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In the northern hemisphere, we used to rely on locating where Polaris is in the sky, which is almost directly over the North Pole. The angle of Polaris above the horizon corresponds to your latitude so Polaris helped many sea navigators to find their was north or south.
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How can astronomy help you if you get lost?
Astronomy can help you find your direction when lost by using the stars as a guide. By knowing how to locate specific stars or constellations in the night sky, you can determine your approximate location and which way is north, south, east, or west. This method, known as celestial navigation, has been used for centuries by sailors and explorers.
Pole star how do you find diections?
The Pole Star, also known as Polaris, can help you find direction by locating the North. It is located very close to the north celestial pole, so it remains nearly stationary while other stars appear to move across the sky. By locating Polaris, you can determine which way is north, south, east, and west.
Which constellation can help a traveler find the north pole without a compass?
The constellation that can help a traveler find the North Pole is Ursa Major, commonly known as the Big Dipper. The two stars at the end of the "bowl" of the Big Dipper, called Dubhe and Merak, point directly to Polaris, or the North Star. Polaris is located nearly directly above the North Pole, making it a reliable indicator of true north. By locating these stars in the night sky, travelers can orient themselves without a compass.
Do north and South Korea farm?
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Did Kennedy send military advisors to south or north Vietnam?
He Sent them to Help The South Vietnamese Against The North Vietnamese
Where can I find a website that will help me browse North Carolina colleges?
You can find a website that will help you browse north Carolina colleges at www.collegesanduniversities.us/north-carolina.htm. this website will help you browse and compare the colleges in north Carolina.
Who did hariet Tubman help?
She helped escaped slaves from slave states in the U.S. South so they could find their way north to free states.
Were the UN troops send to help North ans South Korea come together again?
No, they were there to help South Korea stop the North Korean army from taking over their country.
How constellation help people?
They help us to find directions and to locate other stars.
What is Minnesota south or east?
Minnesota isn't South or East it's actually North it's right by North and South Dakota. Hope I helped:) Sorry if I didn't help:(
How do you find Cyrus in mount cornet?
Just start out South in mount cornet and always walk north on the screen. Not the best answer but I'll hope it help you :p
How do you find direction in sea without ompass or map?
You can use natural indicators like the sun and stars to determine direction. During the day, the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, which can help you identify directions. At night, you can use the North Star as a reference point to find north.
