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How well compartmented were the Amphions?

Unit machinery gave the Amphions better subdivision than the Leanders.

Amphion Class Light Cruisers Leander Class Light Cruisers (1931)Ship Subdivision Unit Machinery

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Question

How well compartmented were the Amphion-class cruisers?

Short answer

Their unit machinery arrangement gave them better subdivision than the Leanders.

Notes

The unit machinery arrangement divided the Amphions more effectively than the Leanders. That internal separation is part of the case for their greater resistance to damage.