nuclear submarine [1]![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Underwater warship that operates on nuclear energy; it can remain underwater for months without surfacing.
conning tower ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
The submarine’s superstructure, from which the periscopes and antennas emerge.
sail plane ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Adjustable fin at the front of the submarine; it is used for diving and surfacing.
diving plane ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Adjustable rudder at the stern that allows the submarine to dive and surface.
upper rudder ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Movable part that allows the submarine to stay on course and turn right and left.
propeller ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Device with blades that is connected to a propeller shaft; its movement generates the propulsion needed to drive the submarine.