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1y ago
Equalizing, also known as equalization, is a technique used by divers to equalize the pressure in their middle ear with the ambient pressure of the surrounding water.
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Divebase blog
1y ago
A BCD is a vital piece of equipment for any scuba diver, as it allows them to easily and accurately control their buoyancy while diving. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, a good BCD is an essential tool for safe and enjoyable diving.
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Divebase blog
2y ago
With over 2000 km of coastline facing the splendid Indian Ocean on the South-East coast of Africa, Mozambique offers some world-class dives, especially for experienced divers looking for exciting encounters with big pelagic animals.
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Divebase blog
2y ago
Thailand has banned sunscreens containing chemicals that damage coral from all of its marine national parks.
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Divebase blog
2y ago
The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is not yet on the UNESCO list of endangered world heritage. The UN agency has postponed a decision on this, after a lobby from Australia.
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Divebase blog
3y ago
Do you love diving, but don't like the open sea? Then a trip to Dubai is not such a bad idea. The world's deepest swimming pool just opened and you can even play a game of table soccer at the bottom.
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Divebase blog
3y ago
UNESCO is calling for the Great Barrier Reef to be added to the list of endangered world heritage. The largest coral reef in the world is deteriorating and Australia must do more against climate change, the advice says. Australia speaks of a political step.
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Divebase blog
3y ago
Ocean temperatures hit another record high in 2020. Even the dip in global carbon emissions, due to less travel during the corona crisis, failed to force a break in the trend.
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Divebase blog
3y ago
For as long as she can remember, Dr. Andrea Marshall wanted to be a marine biologist. Now, she’s living out her dream with one of the ocean’s most amazing creatures.
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