Snorkelling Flashcards
1
Q
What is the dive flag
A
International dive flag
White and blue
2
Q
Why have a buddy system
A
Having a buddy system is important because it increases your chance of surviving or avoiding accidents.
3
Q
What is positive, neutral, and negative buoyancy
A
Positive is float
Negative is sink
Neutral is being stable
4
Q
Equalising
A
Equalising is when you descend under water and pressure builds up on your ears
5
Q
What’s two methods for equalising
A
Hold your nose and breathe gently
Hold your nose and swallow
6
Q
What are the best snorkelling conditions
A
Sunny, mild wind and no waves
7
Q
Wetsuit
A
They are made from neoprene and the benefits are that it keeps you warm in the water and adds additional buoyancy
8
Q
Duck diving
A
Timing
Getting yourself under water
Resurfacing
