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scuba divingSwimming done underwater with a self-contained underwater-breathing apparatus (scuba), as opposed to skin diving, which requires only a snorkel, goggles, and flippers. Scuba gear was invented by Jacques-Yves Cousteau and Émile Gagnan in 1943. Diving clubs formed quickly as the technology became widely available. Scuba diving is used in oceanography, in underwater exploration and salvage work, in the study of water pollution, and for recreation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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``They're the men-in-gray-flannel-suits of the ocean,'' said divemaster Paul Christman on the way out to Shark Alley, a sandy-bottomed strip between two reef formations off New Providence Island in the Bahamas. We provide insurance to thousands of divers, instructors and divemasters, as well as dive centers and resorts around the world. Prices generally include all meals and snacks, soft drinks, beer and wine and, of course, the diving: equipment, tanks, air and divemasters (instruction may be extra, depending on the boat). |
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