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Thepermanent
and atemporary magnet.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 15y agothere is a sort of magnetic field in the north pole, the special magnets inside compasses attract to this, but they also attract to real magnets so watch out!!!
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∙ 10y agoA bar magnet is used in a compass, typically made of magnetite or magnetized iron.
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∙ 14y agoThe magnetic compass, yes - but there are other compasses that rely on the rotation of the Earth instead.
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∙ 12y agoNot normally. Magnetised steel needles are used.
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Which of following is true of compasses?
A compass has both a south pole and a north pole :)
Where does the south pole a compass magnet points?
The north of the compass points to Earth's magnetic south pole, which is to the north.
What is true about the compass?
There are several different types of compass:magnetic compass, uses a light weight bar magnet on a pivotgyroscopic compass, uses a gyroscope (either mechanical or LASER ring)drawing compass, used to assist in drawing circles for drafting or artetc.
How does a compass function differently in the Southern Hemisphere?
It won't function differently because the earth is a giant magnet so it has a magneticc field so the compass needle will alwas piont north. Unless you tamper with it.
Why does a portable sundial need a compass?
Because he portable sundial does not work without a compass
How magnet in compass work?
The magnet in a compass is free to move, and will adjust to any external magnetic field.The magnet in a compass is free to move, and will adjust to any external magnetic field.The magnet in a compass is free to move, and will adjust to any external magnetic field.The magnet in a compass is free to move, and will adjust to any external magnetic field.
Is compass attracted to magnet?
A compass is a magnet. It reacts like a magnet.
Does a compass work best when close to magnet?
No. Being near a magnet (or magnetic field) completely puts off the compass as the compass is influenced by it and will not align with the Earth's natural magnetic field.
Why won't a compass work near a magnet?
The compass needle is itself a magnet which is why it always points north according to the earth's magnetic field. If you place a magnet (Whose magnetic power is stronger than the earth's) close to the compass its needle will be attracted t the magnet and not to the North Pole.
What two magnets make compass work?
Thepermanent and atemporary magnet.
What is the magnet in a compass?
The compass needle.
What metal does a compass have to be away from to work?
Iron or steel. Since it is a magnet, a compass will point to iron instead of pointing North.
Is the magnet in a compass a permanent magnetic or an electromagnet?
PermanentThere is no source of current in a compass, therefore the magnet is a permanent magnet.
How does a plotting compass work?
A plotting compass contains a small magnet on a needle that moves with almost no friction. Assuming there isn't another magnet nearby to interfere with the magnetic waves, the magnet in the compass will always point north, in the direction of the Magnetic North, which is very close to the North Pole.
Is a compass a magnet?
Compass is a device which is used to see directions previously. Compass consists of a Magnet freely suspended . A free Magnet always shows Geographical North and Geographical South. So Compass consists of a Magnet and a Aluminium pointer showing east and West direction.
Where does a compass point when it is moved close to a magnet?
That depends on which pole of the magnet it is moved close to. If it is brought close to the "South" pole of the magnet, the "North" pointer of the compass will be attracted to the magnet. If it is brought close to the "North" pole of the magnet, the "North" pointer of the compass will be repelled and will point AWAY from the magnet, while the "South" end of the compass pointer will point to the magnet.
What is the moveable bar in a compass called?
A compass magnet or a compass needle.
