Chinese defense ministry insists its vessel ‘did not conduct any activity that could affect the Australian side’s diving operations’
    • cosmic_skillet@lemmy.ml
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      8 months ago

      Yes, that is how active sonar works. The ship emits a very loud noise and listens for reflections to map out the surroundings. Sonar pings can be very loud and can damage the ears of underwater life forms.