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What is the difference between a GPS and a chartplotter? GPS provides your location, but it doesn’t show it on a map. A chartplotter takes the GPS location and places it on top of a map. All chartplotters use GPS, but not all GPS are chartplotters. Chartplotters sound like they’re very helpful.
What is a ship’s chain called? Importance of the Anchor Chain The anchor chain refers to the component that attaches the anchor to the boat or structure and is usually referred to as the anchor rode (or anchor cable).
What is a canoe boat called? The kayak has a covered deck with a well, or cockpit, into which the paddler snugly fits; it is propelled with a double-bladed paddle. Other boats sometimes called canoes include the dugout (a shaped and hollowed-out log), or pirogue.
What are bungs on a boat? The bung, or drain plug, is a small but essential part of your boat. When the boat is on its trailer or in storage, removing it from the bottom of the transom allows water to drain out. However, if you forget to put it in before taking the boat off the trailer, water will rush in and can put your engine at risk.
Which bone is used in boating? The Scaphoid bone present in the wrist is used during boating. Explanation: The Scaphoid bone is one of the small bones present in the wrist among the carpals.
What is boat blacking? The hull is blacked to protect the bottom section of the boat, so specifically the area of the boat that is in the water and just above the water line. The “blacking” process protects the hull from rust, pitting, rubbing (through locks, other boats, banks etc) and generally extends the life of the hull.
What is a boat basin called? Noun. A harbour for small boats. marina. berth. boatyard.
What is a balloon boat? Be a structural engineer and create a boat that moves through water! Using a Styrofoam plate, a balloon, and a straw, see how far and fast you can make your boat go! TEKS: 5.6D Design an experiment that tests the effect of force on an object.
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What is an anode on a boat? What is an anode? An anode is a sacrificial block of either zinc or aluminum alloy that is mounted on, or connected to, the underwater metal parts of your boat E.G. stern drives, shafts, propellers, rudders, trim tabs and skin fittings. Anodes come in a variety of shapes and sizes.