HOW do CRUISE SHIPS FLOAT? The SCIENCE and HISTORY Behind them
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Ever looked at a giant cruise ship and wondered how something so massive can float? We've seen that sometimes they don't... But generally speaking, thousands of these floating cities, packed with passengers, restaurants, and pools, are cruising the oceans every day. How did we come up with such a complex idea?
In this video, we're diving into the fascinating history of cruise ships, from their humble beginnings as simple ocean liners to the modern mega-ships that defy gravity. We'll explore the science behind how these massive structures stay afloat,using buoyancy and clever engineering.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:22 History
1:34 Mechanisms
2:48 Today´s characteristics
5:20 Challenges
6:45 Question for you!