Explorers William Beebe and Auguste Piccard compare notes

Explorers William Beebe and Auguste Piccard compare notes

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Professor Picard and Doctor William Beebe discuss their record-breaking explorations. Picard reached over 10 miles high, while Beebe descended half a mile into the ocean. They compare the pressures experienced at these extremes, highlighting the challenges of atmospheric and oceanic exploration.

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What was the atmospheric pressure mentioned in the conversation?

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What external pressure was noted when discussing the Bathysphere?

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