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Why is it easier to pull a submerged boat anchor to the surface than it is to lift onto the boat?
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∙ 14y ago
because the water pressure takes up some of the weight as you lift it in the water
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Why is it easier to pull a submerged boat anchor to the surface than it is to lift it onto the boat?
Because there is more buoyant force acting in it and because there's more pressure inside the water. When you lift it into the boat it is harder because the water is pulling it down.
What is the appropriate weight anchor for a 22 foot boat?
The weight of an anchor is not as important as the type and design of the anchor used. Finding the appropriate anchor will also depend on the type of boat and the composition of the bottom of the body of water it is to be used in. In addition, lighter anchors are (obviously) easier for the boater to handle. Check with local boat shops or experienced boaters to find the right anchor.
What part of the boat do you anchor from?
Sailing yachts have the anchor at the bow of the boat.
What is the effect on the volume of water displaced by the boat if an iron anchor is lowered over the side of the boat?
The volume of the displaced water would be less - as you're reducing the mass of the boat. Another viewpoint: I think there's a bit more to this question, but the basic answer remains the same. I think it's all about "Archimedes' Principle". Let's consider the anchor as still part of the boat. Also let's think about it before it gets partly buried in the ground underwater. Archimedes' Principle tells us: The "upthrust" on the boat before the anchor is lowered is equal to the weight of the whole boat. That equals the weight of water displaced. The anchor itself doesn't float in water. It is denser than water. When the anchor is completely submerged it displaces an amount of water equal to the anchor's volume (not the anchor's weight). When the anchor was on the boat it displaced an amount of water equal to its weight. So, when the anchor is lowered, the boat (including anchor) displaces a slightly smaller volume of water.
Where should you position your boat to retrieve your anchor?
Move the boat directly over the anchor
According to the Navigation Rules a rapidly ringing bell every minute signals what?
According to the Navigation Rules, a rapidly ringing bell every minute signals a boat at anchor in the fog.
What is a chain anchor?
an anchor that is on a chain and is winched up onto the boat
What keeps a boat in place?
A boat is kept in place by an anchor.
Where does the in board of an anchor line go?
The in board end of an anchor line attaches to the bow (ie front end) of the boat/ship. On a small boat such as a River Drift Boat, the anchor line may be attached to stern (ie back end). of the boat.
What side of the boat do you anchor?
from the bow
What color are boat anchor lights?
Boat anchor lights have either a white or a clear lens, and should have 360 degree visability.
What is the name of the small anchor attached to hawser to haul a boat?
Kedge Anchor.
