diving equipment

Submersible breathing apparatus

Diving equipment is the gear used for underwater swimming and exploration.

At minimum this includes a mask, snorkel, and fins for surface diving.

Scuba diving requires additional apparatus—a tank of compressed air, regulator, buoyancy vest, and wetsuit: We rented diving equipment at the resort.

Professional divers may use specialized equipment for deep or technical dives.

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  • scuba gearUnderwater breathing apparatus
  • wetsuitsInsulating swimwear for cold water
  • finsSwimming appendages
  • tankLarge storage vessel
  • maskFace-worn concealment

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G