What are the three types of energy in diving?

The three types of energy relevant to diving are light, heat, and mechanical energy.

Light energy is significant underwater due to the varying penetration of sunlight depending on depth. This affects visibility and can have implications for activities such as navigation and marine life observation during a dive.

Heat energy plays a critical role as temperature affects both the diver's comfort and the physiological responses of the body while submerged. Divers must manage heat loss to prevent hypothermia, which can occur more rapidly in colder waters.

Mechanical energy pertains to the physical work associated with diving activities, such as swimming through water, maneuvering gear, and the energy involved in the compression and expansion of gases as a diver ascends and descends.

Understanding these forms of energy allows divers to better manage their physiological responses during dives and helps ensure safety while navigating underwater environments.