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On reaching the periphery of the explosive material the detonation wave passes into the surrounding medium, and exerts on it a sudden, intense pressure, equivalent to a violent mechanical blow. If the ...

But in the case of a catastrophic crash or explosion in an ocean—such as a plane crashing or a submarine exploding—there’s a distinct pressure signal, more commonly known as a sound wave.

The explosive eruption of Hunga-Tonga Hunga-Ha'apai sent a shockwave around the world. The event literally touched every corner of the globe as the pressure wave spread out in all directions to ...