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NightOwl ( NightOwl@lemm.ee )  to World News@lemmy.ml · 3 years ago

‘Respect the facts’: Beijing rejects Australian claims China sonar injured navy divers

www.theguardian.com

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‘Respect the facts’: Beijing rejects Australian claims China sonar injured navy divers

www.theguardian.com

NightOwl ( NightOwl@lemm.ee )  to World News@lemmy.ml · 3 years ago
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Chinese defense ministry insists its vessel ‘did not conduct any activity that could affect the Australian side’s diving operations’
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    What is a sonar injury. Did they hear a loud noise?

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      Yes, that is how active sonar works. The ship emits a very loud noise and listens for reflections to map out the surroundings. Sonar pings can be very loud and can damage the ears of underwater life forms.

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