kimerut

Question 1

A protruding bulb at the front of a ship below the waterline that reduces water resistance, improving fuel efficiency and speed.

Answer 1

Bulbous Bow

Question 2

The forward part of the ship’s hull that cuts through the water, designed to minimize resistance and improve stability.

Answer 2

Bow

Question 3

The vertical or slightly inclined upright at the very front of the ship’s bow, connecting the keel to the bow, providing structural strength.

Answer 3

stem

Question 4

A raised deck at the front of the ship, typically housing crew accommodations and storage for equipment such as anchors and mooring lines.

Answer 4

Fore castle

Question 5

The forward part of the main deck, located near the bow, often used for handling anchors, mooring operations, and access to the forecastle

Answer 5

foredeck

Question 6

The front mast on a ship, usually located near the bow, supporting sails (on a sailing ship), antennas, and navigational equipment.

Answer 6

Foremast

Question 7

A watertight cover used to close the openings of cargo holds on a ship, protecting the cargo from weather and seawater.

Answer 7

Hatch cover

Question 8

The large enclosed space within a ship used for storing cargo during transport.

Answer 8

Cargo hold

Question 9

The watertight outer structure of a ship that provides buoyancy and stability, protecting the interior from the sea.

Answer 9

Hull

Question 10

A mechanical device used on ships to lift, lower, and move heavy cargoes, facilitating loading and unloading operations.

Answer 10

Crane

Question 11

The large enclosed space within a ship used for storing cargo during transport.

Answer 11

Cargo hold

Question 12

A heavy device lowered from a ship to the seabed, used to secure the vessel in a fixed position by gripping the sea floor.

Answer 12

anchor

Question 13

The watertight outer structure of a ship that provides buoyancy and stability, protecting the interior from the sea.

Answer 13

Hull

Question 14

The living quarters on a ship, including cabins, mess rooms, and recreational areas where crew members live and work.

Answer 14

Accommodation

Question 15

The part of the ship above the main deck, including the bridge, accommodations, and other structures that house operational and living spaces.

Answer 15

superstructure

Question 16

The compartment where the ship’s main engines, generators, and machinery are located, responsible for propulsion and power generation.

Answer 16

Engine room

Question 17

The backbone of the ship, running along the bottom of the hull from bow to stern, providing structural integrity and stability.

Answer 17

keel

Question 18

A rotating blade mechanism that propels the ship through the water by converting engine power into thrust.

Answer 18

Propeller

Question 19

A flat, movable piece at the stern used to steer the ship by directing water flow when turned

Answer 19

Rudder

Question 20

The rear part of the ship, opposite the bow, housing the rudder and often the propeller.

Answer 20

Stern

Question 21

The highest deck at the stern, typically above the main deck, used for observation and sometimes housing navigational equipment.

Answer 21

Poop deck

Question 22

A small, sturdy boat carried on a ship, used for emergency evacuations to save lives in case of disaster.

Answer 22

lifeboat

Question 23

The deck area surrounding or supporting the ship’s funnel, often used for access to the funnel.

Answer 23

funnel deck

Question 24

The chimney-like structure that vents smoke and exhaust gases from the ship’s engines and boilers to the outside air.

Answer 24

funnel

Question 25

The tallest mast on a ship, supporting sails, antennas, and navigational lights, often used for signaling and communication.

Answer 25

main mast

Question 26

A small platform located above the bridge or wheelhouse, often used as an observation deck or for navigational purposes.

Answer 26

monkey island

Question 27

The command center of the ship where navigation, steering, and control operations are managed by the officers on duty.

Answer 27

bridge

Question 28

The open extensions of the bridge on either side, providing a clear view for maneuvering and docking operations, often used for navigating in confined spaces.

Answer 28

bridge wings

Question 29

refers to the front of the ship

Answer 29

Stem/bow/fore area

Question 30

refers to the rear or back of the ships

Answer 30

stern/aft area

Question 31

is a vertical line drawn at the point where the aft end of the designed waterline intersects the stern of the ship

Answer 31

Aft perpendicular

Question 32

It is a vertical line drawn at the point where the forward end of the designed waterline intersects the bow of the ship.

Answer 32

Forward perpendicular (FP)

Question 33

is the total length of a ship measured from the forwardmost point of the bow to the aftmost point of the stern.

Answer 33

Length Overall (LOA)

Question 34

It is the distance measured along the waterline from the Forward Perpendicular (FP) to the Aft Perpendicular (AP).

Answer 34

Length between perpendicular (LBP)

Question 35

is the vertical distance measured amidships from the upper edge of the deck linesto the waterline

Answer 35

Freeboard

Question 36

the distance between the ship’s keel and the waterline of the vessel.

Answer 36

Draft

Question 37

the topmost level of the water which is touching the outer body of the ship.

Answer 37

Waterline

Question 38

commonly referred to as beam,
It is width of the ship measured at its widest point.

Answer 38

Breadth

Question 39

The greatest breadth of the ship measured between the inside edges of the shell plating.

Answer 39

molded breadth

Question 40

The maximum breadth over the extreme points between port side and starboard of the ship.

Answer 40

Extreme Breadth or Breadth Overall