True or false: A small leak in an immersion suit will destroy its protective qualities against hypothermia.

A small leak in an immersion suit does not necessarily destroy its protective qualities against hypothermia. Immersion suits are designed to provide thermal protection and buoyancy when exposed to cold water, and they can still retain a significant amount of insulation even if a small leak is present. The primary function of the suit is to trap body heat, and as long as the suit is largely intact, it can still provide a level of thermal protection.

While larger leaks could compromise the suit's effectiveness, a small leak might not significantly affect its ability to protect against cold water exposure. Therefore, the assertion that a small leak will completely negate its protective qualities is not accurate, making the answer "False" appropriate.