Snorkel
OBJECT
A tube that helps to breathe underwater.


Overview

A snorkel is a device used for breathing under water. The typical snorkel is made of a short, hollow tube with one end inserted into the mouth and the other end extended up over the surface of the water. With a snorkel properly in place, a swimmer can breathe normally with their face completely under water. A basic snorkel can be nothing more than a hollow reed, while a commercial, purpose-built snorkel is usually made of curved plastic and rubber and has a contoured bite-piece to help hold it in the mouth.