PLAIN WORDS FOR AN UNDERWATER WORLD

The diving glossary.

From buoyancy to buddy briefings: 103 terms to help you understand what you’re reading, hearing and learning.

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Underwater science

Nitrox

A nitrogen-and-oxygen breathing mixture; recreational enriched-air nitrox has more oxygen than ordinary air and requires appropriate training.

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