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Why is neutral buoyancy an unstable state?

Small depth changes trigger feedback.

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  1. It requires no gas in the BC
  2. Small depth changes trigger feedback ✔
  3. It only works in fresh water

Why: A small descent compresses gas and reduces buoyancy, causing more sinking unless you correct it.

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Answer: Small depth changes trigger feedback. A small descent compresses gas and reduces buoyancy, causing more sinking unless you correct it.

  1. Scuba diving en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scuba_diving
    Neutral buoyancy in a diver is an unstable state.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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