Scuba diving is an underwater activity that allows people to swim and explore beneath the surface of the water using special breathing equipment. The word SCUBA stands for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus . This means the diver carries an air tank and a regulator (breathing device) that supplies oxygen, unlike snorkeling, where one can only breathe at the surface through a tube. Key Features of Scuba Diving Equipment Air tank : Filled with compressed air (or special gas mixtures). Regulator : Lets the diver breathe comfortably under pressure. Mask and fins : For clear vision and easy swimming. Wetsuit or drysuit : To keep warm and protected. How it Works The diver wears the equipment and descends underwater. Breathing is done through the regulator connected to the air tank. Buoyancy (floating or sinking) is controlled using a buoyancy control device (BCD). Purpose Recreational : To explore coral reefs, shipwrecks, caves, and m...
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