Fun Fact: What a Fathom is In Measurement

Fun facts about the ocean

A fathom is about six feet of depth under the water.

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  1. Theresa's avatar Theresa says:

    They sing about fathoms below in The Little Mermaid. I never gave it much though until now.

  2. mlouisebarbourfundyblue's avatar mlouisebarbourfundyblue says:

    Being born a Bluenoser from a line of sea captains and fishermen, I’d better know what a fathom is ~ lol!

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