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How does a modern diving suit work?
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A modern diving suit encloses the whole of the diver's body. Called an atmospheric suit it contains air at atmospheric pressure (the same pressure as at the surface). Although the pressure inside the suit is normal air pressure, the water pressure outside may be very high. For this reason, the suit is made of thick metal so that it cannot be crushed. Atmospheric suits can withstand pressure down to a depth of 300 metres.
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Book:
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Chapter:
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