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Scuba diving masks
Scuba diving masks enable a diver to see clearly while underwater. Light entering water becomes distorted by refraction making it extremely difficult to see underwater. But providing an air space between the eye and the water, light enters the eye normally, allowing the diver to indulge in their watery surroundings.
Scuba diving masks are made from a durable plate glass over the eyes and a layer of rubber or silicone (or a skirt) to provide a watertight seal to the diver’s face. An adjustable strap will keep the mask in place and sometimes there will be a snorkel connected to the strap to allow air conservation at shallower depths.
There a lot of different styles of scuba diving masks to choose from. The standard round shape is a classic among divers because of its adaptability to fit most faces shapes. For a specialized fit, many modern masks have separated lenses that more resemble everyday glasses, which are very popular for divers with narrow or moderately-wide faces.
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