SWOT satellite reveals complex wave patterns of Pacific tsunami impacting Russia, Japan, and Hawaii

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NASA's SWOT satellite revealed a giant Pacific tsunami, triggered by a major earthquake, displayed complex, braided wave patterns across hundreds of miles. The satellite's detailed imagery challenges traditional assumptions about tsunami behavior, showing waves dispersing and scattering in multiple directions rather than a single crest. This unprecedented view suggests current physics models for tsunamis may need revision, offering scientists new insights into wave dynamics.


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