Q3: Snorkeling Flashcards

1
Q

A J-shaped breathing tube.

A

snorkel

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2
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What is SCUBA

A

self-contained underwater breathing apparatus

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3
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It came from the word “snorkel.”

A

snorkeling

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4
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It is snorkelling on the surface of the water.

A

snorkel swimming

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5
Q

Snorkeling includes both ____________________ and ____________________.

A
  • snorkel swimming
  • snorkel diving
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6
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Basic equipment in snorkeling

A
  • mask
  • snorkel
  • fins
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7
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Types of fins

A
  • full foot fin
  • adjustable fin
  • split fin
  • paddle fin
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8
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This fins are easy to use, more flexible, and more efficient while swimming on the surface. It is popular among warm-water dives.

A

full foot fin

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9
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This fins are often used with ice boots—cold water—has a rigid blade than full foot. It can provide more forward thrust but requires more effort to use.

A

adjustable fin

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10
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This fins generate fast accelerating speed from the long, slow and powerful strokes, frog kicking and turning.

A

paddle fins

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11
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This fins makes it easier for the swimmer to propel forward- smaller and rapid kicks are needed.

A

split fins

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12
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Benefits of snorkeling

A
  • stress reliever
  • cardiovascular benefits
  • relieves pain and aches
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13
Q

True or False

The more you swim the more you strengthen your heart muscles.

A

True

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14
Q

True or False

The constant movement of your muscles and the water flow quickly stiffen muscles and joints.

A

False

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15
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Important things to remember while snorkeling

A
  • Stay close to the shore
  • Never do it alone
  • One up, one down
  • Rain check
  • Know your surroundings
  • Energy retention
  • Leave them alone
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