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What are the features of the caravel ship?
made out of wood
Name two sailing inventions that made the age of exploration possible?
The two sailing inventions that made the Age of Exploration possible were Caravel, and the Galleon.
In what way did the caravel improve?
light caravel had triangular sails to better control the wind
What features made the caravel an excellent ship for sailing across long distances?
Fast and easily maneuverable, the caravel was developed around 1450- and quickly became the preferred stlyle of vessel for the Portuguese exploreres. It had a shallow keel, so it could sail upriver (and explore!) in the shallow coastal waters. It could be rigged with lateen (triangular) sails, so it could sail closer to the wind. With the more standard square sails rigged, it was very fast. So- with it's agility, economy, speed, power, and versatility, it's small wonder Christopher Columbus used them in 1492.
When was the caravel invented?
The caravel was made smaller and with a shallow keel to take advantage of the wind. Like other ships of the time, it was made of wood.
What technological advances made possible ag of exploration?
The Caravel
Why was the caravel an important development in navigition?
It was a stronger ship made with triangle sails so that the boat could move along with the wind. It was used for European exploration.
What type of Portuguese ship made it easier for Europeans to begin exploring?
the caravel
What type of materials are caravel ships made of?
Wood. And various other materials.
Who invented the caravel ship?
prince HenryAnswerprince Henry Answer: Prince Henry of Portugal invented the caravel, which allowed sea captains to sail further and faster. -Blueybearfan1.
What is the difference between a 15th century caravel and a ship built in the 20th century?
15th century caravel made out of wood and a 20th century ship is made out of metal.
What is a sailing dinghy made of?
A sailing dinghy is made of glass-fiber reinforced plastic (GRP). Basically, plastic.
