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What is the absolute pressure (in atm) at 66 feet? ~~> 2 atm What will be the volume in a ball that is filled with two cubic feet of air at 99 feet when it's taken to the surface? ~~> 8 cubic feet How many more times dense is the air in a balloon at 4 atm compared to the air density...

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SDI Open Water Set Questions and
Answers | Latest Update 2024/2025
What is the absolute pressure (in atm) at 66 feet?

✓ ~~> 2 atm



What will be the volume in a ball that is filled with two cubic feet of air at 99

feet when it's taken to the surface?

✓ ~~> 8 cubic feet



How many more times dense is the air in a balloon at 4 atm compared to the

air density at the surface?

✓ ~~> 4 X as dense



What is the abbreviation for an atmosphere?

✓ ~~> atm



If a scuba cylindar lasts 2 hours (120 minutes) at sea level, how long will it last

at 66 feet?

✓ ~~> 40 minutes



How often should a diver equalize during a descent?

✓ ~~> Early and often




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What should you do if you experience discomfort in your ears while

descending?

✓ ~~> Stop descent, ascend a few feet. Equalize, then descend again.



What is a reverse block?

✓ ~~> Pressure caused by air spaces in your body expanding during

ascent.



What is squeeze?

✓ ~~> The painful compression of air spaces in your body or equipment

during descent.



What should you do if you experience a reverse block upon ascending?

✓ ~~> Descend a few feet until the pain subsides. Wait a few moments.

Then, ascend again.



What is the most important rule in scuba diving?

✓ ~~> Never hold your breath!



What is the most serious injury that a diver can suffer from if they hold their

breath while ascending?

✓ ~~> Lung over-expansion injury (possibly fatal)




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Which gas component in air causes decompression sickness and narcosis?

✓ ~~> Nitrogen



What medical problem can occur if a diver ascends much too rapidly for

nitrogen to be slowly released, or off-gassed?

✓ ~~> Decompression Sickness



List at least 5 factors that can predispose a diver to decompression sickness.

✓ ~~> 1. Obesity

2. Age

3. Illness

4. Past/Present Injuries

5. Prior History of DCS

6. Fatigue

7. Dehydration

8. Smoke inhalation

9. Use of drugs/alcohol prior to dive

10. Repetative Dives

11. Overexertion

12. Cold Water

13. Diving at higher altitudes



Describe the symptoms of DCS, including mild to severe signs and symptoms.




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