Show size of atlantic cable the diameter of the atlantic cable varies according to the depth of the water the character of the bottom on which it lies and the probabilities of interference front froni anchors it Is s smallest in mid ocean depths there Is little or no movement at the bottom and it is important that the cable should not have great weight A heavy cable in deep water would be difficult to bring up for repairs if such were needed Jn ln the shallower water a beav ler far type of cable Is iq used the types aro are known as shore end immediate and deep sea the diameters of the commercial cables cabled are shore end 5 12 inches intermediate 1 inches deep vea ea 1 inch |