12.1.2. The Titanic Tragedy and Safety Technology

Try these first

1. 1.

   What percentage of an iceberg is visible above water?

   Hint

   Think about the relationship of submerged versus visible parts.

2. 2.

   Name one modern technology that helps in iceberg detection.

   Hint

   Consider satellite-based systems.

3. 3.

   What does the term 'specific gravity' refer to?

   • Density comparison
   • Mass of ice
   • Volume of water

   Hint

   Think about how densities are measured.

4. 4.

   The Titanic sank because it was poorly designed. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what knowledge was missing at the time.

5. 5.

   Consider a hypothetical ship navigating through iceberg-laden waters. Without modern technology, how might it adjust its path to avoid collision based on natural indicators?

   Hint

   Think about navigation techniques before technology.

6. 6.

   Research the impact of climate change on iceberg stability and predict how future maritime policies might need to evolve.

   Hint

   Consider a multidisciplinary approach, including environmental science.