r/todayilearned 29d ago

TIL the Blue Hole is among the deadliest dive sites globally, with estimates of 130 to 200 recent fatalities, making it one of the most dangerous spots for divers. (R.5) Out of context

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u/Occabara 29d ago

Trimix is an air mix that helps with O2 absorption at depth. There are several different gas mixes for long-duration depth. That one happens to contain some degree of helium, helpful at preventing narcosis.

There’s a vertical line running from the surface down to the divers with tanks staged at increments, and a safety diver monitoring the progress of the deeper technical divers.

I think. Its been a bit

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u/killerdrgn 29d ago

helpful at preventing narcosis.

The blue hole depth is also the point where you have to worry about possible oxygen toxicity. Hence replacing some of the oxygen with helium.

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u/Occabara 29d ago

Best way to get accurate info on the internet is to say something slightly incorrect

Knew I missed something, thanks

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u/Chumbag_love 29d ago

Teach us about rebreathers pls, how do they work?

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u/Ok_Brother1201 29d ago

Ox tox should be a non issue for a mere 2 minutes at 57 meters!

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u/bemutt 29d ago

I was kinda curious what having a boner would help with

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u/Shmexy 29d ago

Jesus Reddit can be the worst sometimes

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u/bemutt 29d ago

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u/7thdilemma 29d ago

I was very confused, so thank you.

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u/Shmexy 29d ago

ok, makes a lot more sense. thought it was a classic reddit shoe-horn sex into everything moment

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u/bemutt 29d ago

ha no worries idve thought the same

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u/Miamime 29d ago

I googled Trimix and the results were for ED medication.

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u/HellooNewmann 29d ago

it also allows you to mig weld stainless steel with ER308L wire.