How do submarines go underwater?

How do submarines go underwater?

Submarines submerge by increasing their density. Ballast tanks are flooded with seawater, making the submarine heavier than the displaced water. To resurface, the water is pumped out using compressed air, decreasing density and causing the sub to rise. This change in buoyancy, controlled by filling or emptying ballast tanks, allows for diving and surfacing.

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