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compass
Natural environment; Speleology
An instrument with a magnetic needle which is free to point to magnetic north.
corrosion
Natural environment; Speleology
Chemical action of water containing carbonic acid (also humidic, nitric, and other acids) on limestones and dolomites causing partial solution and related chemical changes in the ...
rope
Natural environment; Speleology
A rope is a length of fibres, twisted or braided together to improve strength for pulling and connecting. It has tensile strength but is too flexible to provide compressive ...
rigging
Natural environment; Speleology
The process of establishing the belays for SRT or laddering.
single rope technique (SRT)
Natural environment; Speleology
The practice of climbing up and down ropes with the help of ascenders and descenders. Abbreviation: SRT.
reef knot
Natural environment; Speleology
The reef knot or square knot is an ancient and simple binding knot used to secure a rope or line around an object. Although the reef knot is often seen used for tying two ropes ...
square knot
Natural environment; Speleology
The reef knot or square knot is an ancient and simple binding knot used to secure a rope or line around an object. Although the reef knot is often seen used for tying two ropes ...
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