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Tension in Rope

Why do mountaineers use nylon ropes instead of steel ropes?
Curious Corner Asked Sep 01, 2025
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Curious Corner
Answered 3 months ago
Nylon ropes stretch slightly and absorb shocks, reducing the force on climbers, unlike steel ropes which are rigid and can snap under sudden loads.