Science or general
What is the name of the force that holds objects on Earth?
Gravity.
What are the six basic categories of knots?
Loops, Hitches ,Bends, Stopper knots ,Necktie knots ,Lashings
What are the six types of marks included in the IALA Maritime Buoyage System? Lateral Marks
Cardinal Marks
Isolated Danger Marks
Safe Water Marks
Special Marks
Emergency Wreck Marking Buoys
What is an exclusive economic zone (EEZ)?
The EEZ is an area located beyond territorial waters, where the coastal state has exclusive rights to explore, exploit, and manage natural resources, both living and non-living.
If it starts snowing at 12 midnight, can we assume that in 96 hours there will be sun outside?
No, because 96 hours after midnight is again midnight, not daytime.
Which continent is completely crossed by the equator?
Africa.
Types of tackle
Gun ,Handy billy ,luff , double luff ,gyn , three fold Purchase
Marks can be distinguished by:
- electronic (digital) symbology solely
- colour
- shape (sometimes)
- light
- top mark
- number/name
- additional devicescolour
What is maritime law?
Maritime law is a set of rules that govern activities at sea, including navigation, fishing, and environmental protection.
Write eight eights in such a way that the sum is one thousand.
888 + 88 + 8 + 8 + 8 = 1,000
What equation relates mass, speed of light and energy, and who formulated it?
The equation E = mc², formulated by Albert Einstein
A 5-tonne load is to be lifted by means of a gun tackle used to disadvan- tage. Find the approximate stress on the hauling part of the tackle, and the minimum size of wire you would use in the tackle
s = 3.0 tonnes
What Colors West cardinal mark
Yellow with a single broad horizontal black band
How many annexes are there in the MARPOL Convention?
6
What do you throw out when you want to use it, but take in when you don't want to use it?
Anchor
Which ocean is the coldest and shallowest of all the oceans?
Answer: The Arctic Ocean.
The main structural components of a ship include:
Keel,Frames and bulkheads,Mast and rigging,Hull
ODAS What does this abbreviation mean?
Ocean Data Acquisition Systems
What does Annex IV of the MARPOL Convention address?
Annex IV of the MARPOL Convention addresses the prevention of pollution by sewage from ships. It sets regulations for the discharge of sewage into the sea and establishes requirements for sewage treatment systems on ships
What do you get if you put a radio in the fridge?
Cool music
What is the name of the phenomenon in which light changes direction when passing through a lens?
Refraction.
What is the role of the keel in ensuring the stability of a ship?
The keel is the central structural element of a vessel that runs along its bottom. It provides stability by lowering the center of gravity and preventing the vessel from capsizing or drifting, especially in poor weather conditions.
Which mark is painted Blue/Yellow vertical stripes in equal number dimensions (minimum 4 stripes and maximum 8)
New danger mark
What Is HNS
HNS (Hazardous and Noxious Substances) are materials that can harm human health, the environment, or property during maritime transport.
How many seconds are in a year?
only 12