Exam Question
Explain the meaning and purpose of EACH of the following terms:
(a) Flare (3)
(b) Bulwark (3)
(c) Coaming (3)
(d) Freeing port (3)
(e) Scupper (2)
(f) Rise of floor (2)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SC&S
📅 Mar 2024
Reference Answer
### (a) Flare
**(1) Meaning:**
Flare is the outward curvature of the ship's hull plating above the waterline, particularly prominent at the bow. It describes the widening of the ship's form as it rises from the waterline to the deck level. The opposite of flare is 'tumblehome', where the hull sides curve inwards.
**(2) Purpose:**
**(1) Meaning:**
Flare is the outward curvature of the ship's hull plating above the waterline, particularly prominent at the bow. It describes the widening of the ship's form as it rises from the waterline to the deck level. The opposite of flare is 'tumblehome', where the hull sides curve inwards.
**(2) Purpose:**
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