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They allow vessels to traverse waterways that would be too steep otherwise. Imagine an elevator (lock) as opposed to a stairway (rapids).
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What are locks and how are they important?
something that locks doors
Why is locks and dams important?
locks are important so that bouts can go up and down hills and dams are importan to stop flooding
What are the best rated child safety cupboard locks available?
Childproof cupboard locks are an important aspect of keeping small children safe. Locks from Mothercare are highly rated, as are Kidco and Mommy's helper in the US.
Why were canal locks important?
because people needed to raise and lower water levels
What is the most important thing to a hairdresser?
The most important thing to a hairdresser is all of their supplies. My aunt is a hairdresser and she locks up all her supplies!
What is the most important thing in panama?
Panama Canal Locks which facilitates the crossing of the canal itself by ships .
What are locks used for?
Locks are used for locking up a special item or at least very valuable item. For example a person who goes to school may use a backpack lock to protect their important things like textbooks, notebooks e.t.c Types of locks are: Combination Lock, Passage Lock, Backpack Lock etc
What do locks do?
They protect people and things that need to be protected. They secure families and belongings. They keep important things from people that have no business with them. Locks only keep honest people out.
What are some baby safety equipment?
"There is a wide variety of baby safety equipment. Around the house cabinet locks and baby gates are common, as well as locks for the toilet and stove. Possibly the most important is a quality car seat."
When is graphite used as a lubricant?
Graphite works well in lubricating key operated locks such as, pad locks, door locks and ignition locks.
What set of locks make it possible for ships to travel between Lake Superior and Lake Huron?
The Welland Canal contains locks that need to be transited to get to the Atlantic Ocean.
How many locks are in the Erie Canal?
The original Erie Canal had 83 locks. The canal was improved and the number of locks went down to 72 locks. The canal was improved again and now there are only 35 locks.
