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TERNAV (MIDTERM QUIZZES) Flashcards

1
Q

When is the Admiralty Chart Catalog being revised and republished?

A

Every December 1st of each year

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What can be found in a printer’s mark next to a chart number?

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Whether the chart is in the International Chart Series

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Where is the title of a chart listed in the catalog?

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In the general title of the chart itself

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What scale is quoted for a Mercator projection chart in the catalog?

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The scale at the standard parallel

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What is the typical size of a single-folded Admiralty chart?

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980 x 640 mm

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6
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Where is the date of publication shown on a chart?

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In the center of the bottom margin

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7
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What is the purpose of Notices to Mariners?

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To update charts and publications with safety-critical changes

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What is included in a complex update to a chart on a Notice to Mariners?

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A written description of the change

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9
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Which publication summarizes nautical updates from the previous year?

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Annual Summary of Admiralty Notices to Mariners (NP247)

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What does the diagrammatic representation in the catalog show?

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The limits of navigational charts in various regions

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11
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How do you ensure your paper charts are up-to-date?

A

Applying corrections from Weekly Notices to Mariners

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12
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What do Admiralty charts cover?

A

Virtually the entire world

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13
Q

What additional publications might be helpful for your voyage besides charts?

A

Sailing directions, tide tables, and navigational handbooks

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14
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What does SOLAS regulate regarding nautical charts?

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Maintaining and correcting them for updated information

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15
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When choosing charts for your voyage, what should be the primary consideration?

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The largest available scale that best suits your specific needs

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16
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What are two specialized methods for searching for specific Admiralty charts?

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Index maps and microfilm copies

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17
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What is the primary purpose of Admiralty planning for charts?

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To enhance route knowledge and decision-making

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18
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How are Admiralty charts categorized based on scale?

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Large, medium, and small

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What information is typically included in a detailed chart description in the catalogue?

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Scales, tracings, and original chart numbers

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How often are NMs published?

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Weekly

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What is the primary purpose of Admiralty Notices to Mariners (NMs)?

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To inform mariners of important navigational changes

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22
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How many volumes are there in the Summary of Corrections?

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5

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23
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What is the benefit of using the Summary of Corrections?

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It can be used to update any chart, regardless of its date.

24
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What is the responsibility of mariners regarding NMs?

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Note all NMs and apply them to the charts.

25
Q

What is the only authorized pen color for correcting Admiralty charts?

A

Magenta

26
Q

What tool is recommended by the Admiralty to mark correction positions on charts?

A

7H pencil

27
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What is the Annual Summary of Notices to Mariners used for?

A

To summarize NMs issued in the previous year

28
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What is the main purpose of the Cumulative List of Notices to Mariners?

A

To verify if a chart has any missing corrections

29
Q

What kind of information can be found in NMs?

A

All of the above

30
Q

. Where can you find geographical references to locate relevant charts in the catalogue?

A

In both the textual entries and index maps

31
Q

what is the main difference between notice to mariners and summary of corrections?

A

notice to mariners are published weekly but summary is published annually

32
Q

what is the best way to avoid correcting a withdrawn chart?

A

. check the chart availability list before applying corrections

33
Q

what tool helps mariners understand the chart symbols and abbreviations?

A

NP5011

34
Q

what is the importance of the 0.25 magenta pen for chart correction?

A

it is the only color visible in all chart types

35
Q

what will happen if a mariner fails to keep the chart up to date according to SOLAS regulations?

A

. they may face fines and penalties

36
Q

what is the responsibility of mariners regarding notice to mariner?

A

note all notice to mariners and apply them to the charts

37
Q

what is the annual summary of notice to mariners is for?

A

to summarize notice to mariner issued in the previous year

38
Q

what is the benefit of using summary of corrections?

A

it can be used to update any chart regardless of its date

39
Q

what is the main purpose of cumulative list of notice to mariner?

A

to verify if charts has any missing corrections

40
Q

what tool is recommended by admiralty to mark correction positions on charts?

A

7H pencil

41
Q

what kind of information can be found in notice to mariner?

A

. all of the above

42
Q

what factors might sailing directions provide information on regarding ice and climatic
conditions?

A

probability of encountering fog or storms

43
Q

what type of information might be crucial for planning voyages based on seasonal currents?

A

both a and b

44
Q

why are sailing directions considered supplement for nautical charts?

A

details on berth anchorages and services available to vessels

45
Q

how do sailing directions help with understanding buoyage system?

A

they explain the meaning of colors and shapes used in buoys

46
Q

what additional details can mariners find in port entry information section of sailing direction?

A

details on pilotage

47
Q

where can the conversion tables for units of measurements in sailing directions?

A

in the appendix of its volume

48
Q

what information is NOT typically included in sailing directions?

A

. details about chartering operations

49
Q

how are sailing directions enroute publications organized?

A

numerically by volume and sector

50
Q

what does the UKHO recommend to comply with SOLAS regulation regarding charts and
publications?

A

use the latest edition of charts and publications

51
Q

is the admiralty chart available electronically?

A

. yes available in UKHO website

52
Q

where can you find the natural scale of a chart in the catalogue?

A

in the printers mark next to the chart title

53
Q

where is the date of publication shown on a chart?

A

in the center of the bottom margin

54
Q

what can you do if you suspect a previously unrecorded admiralty chart might exist?

A

submit a formal request to UKHO

55
Q

what type of chart system offers easier correction procedures compared to paper charts?

A

electronic chart

56
Q

how do you ensure that your paper charts are up to date?

A

applying corrections from weekly notice to mariner

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Second Semester (BSMT) (11 decks)

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