@kylenese: 1. Life Ring (Lifebuoy) Meaning: A life ring is a circular floating safety device made of lightweight material, designed to stay afloat in water. Purpose: 📷 Save people from drowning – thrown to someone who falls overboard 📷 Provide support in water – keeps the person afloat until rescue 📷 Emergency signaling – some have lights or smoke for visibility 2. Magnetic Compass Meaning: A magnetic compass is a navigation instrument that uses a magnetized needle or card which aligns with the Earth’s magnetic field and points toward magnetic north. Purpose: 📷 Shows direction – helps the navigator know the ship’s heading 📷 Works without power – reliable during blackouts or equipment failure 📷 Basic navigation tool – used as a reference for steering the vessel #seabuano #maritimeme #lifering #devonbay #seaman #seamanloloyal