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What does a diving mask provide that goggles do not?

An air space to equalize pressure.

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  1. A built-in snorkel
  2. Extra buoyancy
  3. An air space to equalize pressure ✔

Why: A mask covers the nose so you can equalize pressure; goggles cannot be equalized and are unsuitable for diving.

Huh, didn't know that: A mask covers the nose so you can equalize pressure; goggles cannot be equalized and are unsuitable for diving.

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Answer: An air space to equalize pressure. A mask covers the nose so you can equalize pressure; goggles cannot be equalized and are unsuitable for diving.

  1. Scuba diving en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scuba_diving
    Swimming goggles are not suitable for diving because they only cover the eyes
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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