SCUBA Diving and Math - SCUBAnauts
SCUBA Diving and Math - SCUBAnauts
SCUBA Diving and Math - SCUBAnauts
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One example of math <strong>and</strong> <strong>SCUBA</strong> diving is Boyle’s . It states that at a given<br />
temperature, pressure <strong>and</strong> volume are inversely proportional. The<br />
mathematical equation for Boyle’s law is:<br />
pV = k<br />
where P is the pressure (Pa) <strong>and</strong> V the volume (m3) of a gas. K (in<br />
joules).<br />
Here is an math example of pressure:<br />
130 FSW (feet salt water)x .445lbsPerSqInch = 57.85 lbs. of pressure.<br />
So image being at 130 feet of water <strong>and</strong> having 57.85 lbs. of pressure over every<br />
square inch of your body including your lungs. Underst<strong>and</strong>ing pressure on<br />
your body <strong>and</strong> lungs is how math helps you dive safely.
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