Question 1931 Deck Safety

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Shell plating is _______________.

A synonymous with decking
B a hatch cover
C the outer plating of a vessel
D the galvanizing on steel
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) the outer plating of a vessel. Shell plating refers to the outermost layer of plating or metal that forms the hull of a vessel. This outer plating is responsible for providing the structural integrity and watertight integrity of the ship's hull. The shell plating does not refer to decking (A), hatch covers (B), or the galvanizing on steel (D), which are all different components of a vessel's construction.

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