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Decompression Stop vs. Safety Stop: Unraveling the Dive Distinction!
First, let me ask you a quick question:「Does Recreational Scuba Diving include decompression stops?」Well, the correct answer is actually mostly “No.” However, your class may have included the practice of a Safety Stop. This Safety Stop is a simulated decompression stop at approximately 15 feet (5m) for 2 to 3 minutes and is not required […]- Scuba Monsters
- 2024.04.25
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Scuba Declassified
Decoding Pressure and Density: Air Consumption and Depth Explained
Have you ever thought about how pressure and density impact our lives? From morning to night, they play a significant role. Interestingly, in our daily routines, we rarely consider density. But, Scuba Diving will change that! This article explores the relationship of pressure and density of a gas such as air, making it easy for […]- Scuba Monsters
- 2023.11.01
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Scuba Declassified
Optical Illusions of the Deep: Unveiling the Secrets of Underwater Vision
Have you ever noticed that things look bigger when you see them underwater? Imagine you are at a cool café. When you’re given a glass of water with a straw, you might observe that the part of the straw submerged in water looks larger than the part above the water. Another example is when you’re […]- Scuba Monsters
- 2023.10.17
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Scuba Declassified
Avoid Air-Saving Gimmicks – Say Goodbye to Skip Breathing!
Hey, fellow divers! We all want to make the most of our time underwater, right? Picture this: You’re diving with your team, and oops, you start feeling a little guilty because your air supply is running low compared to the others. It happens! We will talk about the smart ways to manage your air in […]- Scuba Monsters
- 2023.06.30
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Scuba Declassified
Unveiling the Science of Pressure and Volume: Essential Knowledge for Divers
When it comes to scuba diving, grasping the concept of neutral buoyancy is crucial. Yet, achieving neutral buoyancy is not a one-time accomplishment. It requires continuous adjustments to the air volume inside the buoyancy compensator (BC) based on the depth. Why is it necessary to fine-tune the air volume within the BC as per the […]- Scuba Monsters
- 2023.06.26
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Scuba Declassified
Dive Deeper into the Secrets of Oxygen: The Life Force of Our Oceans
Isn’t it astonishing that most of the oxygen we rely on for our survival originates from the vast expanse of the ocean? As Scuba divers, we understand and appreciate the value of oxygen like no one else. Every time I go diving, I remember how grateful I am to be able to breathe oxygen on […]- Scuba Monsters
- 2023.06.17
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