Definitions
- A long pole with a flat blade used to row a boat. - Referring to the act of rowing a boat using oars. - Talking about the equipment used for rowing, such as oarlocks and oar sleeves.
- A narrow, light racing boat propelled by one or more people using oars. - Referring to the act of rowing a scull boat using two oars. - Talking about the equipment used for sculling, such as scull grips and scull locks.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve the use of oars.
- 2Both are used for propelling a boat through water.
- 3Both require physical effort and coordination.
- 4Both can be used for recreational or competitive purposes.
- 5Both have specific equipment associated with their use.
What is the difference?
- 1Boat type: Oars are used for rowing various types of boats, while sculls are specifically designed for racing boats.
- 2Number of oars: Oars can be used individually or in pairs, while sculls always require two oars.
- 3Oar shape: Sculls have narrower and longer oars than oars.
- 4Rowing technique: Sculling involves a different rowing technique than rowing with oars.
- 5Usage: Oars are more commonly used for recreational purposes, while sculls are primarily used for competitive rowing.
Remember this!
Oar and scull are both used for propelling a boat through water using oars. However, oars are used for various types of boats and can be used individually or in pairs, while sculls are specifically designed for racing boats and require two oars. Additionally, sculls have narrower and longer oars and involve a different rowing technique than oars. Oars are more commonly used for recreational purposes, while sculls are primarily used for competitive rowing.
