10 ! for correct answers which of the following was not a human cause of increased tsunami destruction a. destruction of the coral reefs for shipping lanes and shrimp farming b. elimination of coastal mangroves for housing c. elimination of coastal sand dunes d. non of the above

Option (D)

Explanation:

Tsunamis are usually defined as a natural disaster forming a series of waves that are generated in the ocean water body due to the eruption of a volcano, earthquake or occurrence of an underwater landslide. These often form large waves depending upon the intensity of the ground shaking. It affects the coastal areas very adversely, thereby causes a lot of damages to lives and properties.

Human activities have enhanced the effect of tsunamis. The coastal areas are affected by the human activities such as cutting down of mangrove trees and other vegetation in order to construct houses, sands are often extracted from the coastal areas which are used for the construction purpose. In addition to this, the coral reef are also affected due to the leakage of oil and other petroleum products that are often carried from one place to another in cargoes in shipping lanes.

All the above-given options are caused by humans that increased the tsunami destruction.

Thus, the correct answer is option (D).