Aqualung
Aqualung is a type of scuba diving equipment that allows divers to breathe underwater. It includes a tank filled with compressed air, a regulator to control the air flow, and a harness. Developed in the 1940s by Jacques Cousteau and Émile Gagnan, the Aqualung made it easier for people to explore underwater environments safely for extended periods. This innovation opened up new possibilities for marine research, recreation, and underwater exploration, revolutionizing how we interact with the ocean and its ecosystems.
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"Aqualung" refers to a type of self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba gear) that enables divers to breathe underwater. Invented in the 1940s by Jacques-Yves Cousteau and Émile Gagnan, it uses a tank of compressed air and a regulator to deliver air to the diver at the right pressure. This revolutionary invention opened up the world of recreational diving, allowing people to explore underwater environments safely and efficiently. The term is also associated with the 1971 progressive rock album by the band Jethro Tull, which features themes of isolation and the human experience.