In scuba, why does the diver’s air get more compressed with depth? Does the tank not protect the air from outside forces?

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In scuba, why does the diver’s air get more compressed with depth? Does the tank not protect the air from outside forces?

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No because the tank is really only providing you with air, and the wetsuit/drysuit doesn’t protect you from water pressure. If you want protection from the pressure you would need to be in atmospheric pressure suits.

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