Why do large ships use anchor chains and not anchor lines (i.e. land lubber's ropes)? - Quora

How much chain do you put on an anchor? - Quora

How common is it for large ships to drag anchor? - Quora

How do ships anchor in deep water? - Quora

How deep can ships anchor? - Quora

What happens if an anchor falls off a ship? - Quora

What happens on a large commercial vessel (i.e. Bulk Carriers, super tankers, cruise ships, etc.) if the anchor line becomes fouled and it's time to depart port? - Quora

Why do large ships use anchor chains and not anchor lines (i.e. land lubber's ropes)? - Quora

How does an anchor, which weighs much less than a ship, manage to steady an entire ship even during storms? - Quora

What are the pros and cons of using rope or chain as an anchor line? - Quora