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Why the compass is important?
The compass has been an important part of navigation, especially for ships at sea. The are important because they allow ships to steer in the direction they choose to follow the compass
What is the housing for ship's compass called?
The housing for a ship's compass is called a binnacle. It is typically a protective case that houses and protects the compass from interference and elements while still allowing it to be easily viewed and accessed by the ship's crew.
Why is the golden compass called the golden compass?
its called that because it is a compass that is golden
How ships are guided to the shore?
Now days all ships have GPS. They also use a compass and radar.
Who had the greatest navigational technology during 600-1450?
China. They created the compass, had more accurate maps, and had huge high-tech ships called Junks.
What is the purpose of a compass rose?
The purpose of a compass rose is to allow you to align your compass with it on a navigational map, it is very relevant for people trying to navigate ships or other marine vehicles.
What is the purpose of the compass rose?
The purpose of a compass rose is to allow you to align your compass with it on a navigational map, it is very relevant for people trying to navigate ships or other marine vehicles.
What is the moveable bar in a compass called?
A compass magnet or a compass needle.
Why can ships with iron hulls causes a compass to become unreliable?
Because the ships might go to different directions(maybe)
What did the compass allow ancient mariners to speed up?
computing ships' courses
How do you use compass rose in a sentence?
You use a compass rose, in case you get lost. A compass rose, gives you all the cardinal directions.
What is the function of fore and aft magnet in a magnetic compass?
The fore and Aft magnets reduce the effect of the ships steel on the compass, so you get a more accurate bearing.
