Why is it that in all the video I’ve seen of the deep ocean, the sand seems loose? Shouldn’t it be hard and compact do to the weight of the ocean water?
The pressure of the ocean isn't directed downwards, it comes from all directions. That's why a diver doesn't get squeezed to the ocean floor, he feels a squeeze all over his body.
The Short Answer
The pressure of the ocean isn't directed downwards, it comes from all directions. That's why a diver doesn't get squeezed to the ocean floor, he feels a squeeze all over his body.
Analysis
Key Concepts: Ocean, pressure, isn't
This explanation focuses on ocean, pressure, isn't and spans 32 words across 2 sentences. At 55% below the average Nature explanation (71 words), the answer takes a direct, no-frills approach — sometimes the simplest explanation is the most effective.
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How This Compares in Nature
Ranked #413 of 500 Nature questions by answer depth (top 83%). This is a brief primer — the answer is intentionally short. For questions with a single core mechanism, brevity can actually be a strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a simple explanation for why it that in all the video i've seen of the deep ocean, the sand seems loose? shouldn't it be hard and compact do to the weight of the ocean water?
The pressure of the ocean isn't directed downwards, it comes from all directions. That's why a diver doesn't get squeezed to the ocean floor, he feels a squeeze all over his body.
How detailed is this explanation compared to similar Nature questions?
This is a brief answer at 32 words, ranked #413 of 500 Nature questions by depth. The key concepts covered are ocean, pressure, isn't.
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