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Scuba diving is popular in regions of the world with incredible
underwater environments. The Caribbean, for example, has a thriving
scuba diving community, as does Australia and the rest of the tropical
and subtropical Pacific. You can often rent scuba equipment if you
only plan on a few excursions beneath the waves, but if you're going to
make it a hobby, then you'll want to buy your own equipment.
Scuba is the common term used for the acronym "Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus." Basic gear for scuba is the mouthpiece or mask, the tanks, and the regulator. The regulator controls the flow of air into the mouthpiece. Rebreathers are a slightly different form of scuba gear. Rebreathers reprocess exhaled air to make it breathable again. There are several secondary pieces of equipment related to scuba diving. The wetsuit, for example, is important for maintaining body temperature at greater depths. Depth gauges are also important to help prevent pressure sickness. Scuba isn't just a sport or recreational activity. Many people have turned their scuba diving abilities into a profession. For example, skill in scuba diving is important for underwater construction projects and safety. Law enforcement also has training available for scuba diving to assist in water rescues and searches.
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