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How do you use a compass with lens?

To use a compass with a lens, hold the compass level and look through the lens to read the compass direction. The lens helps in magnifying the needle and making it easier to see the direction accurately. Ensure the compass is away from any metal objects or magnetic interference to get an accurate reading.


How did a magnetic compass affect china?

The magnetic compass allowed for more accurate navigation for Chinese explorers and traders, leading to increased maritime trade and exploration. This contributed to the growth of China’s economy and its influence in the region.


Would compass work in centre of earth?

No, a traditional compass would not work at the center of the Earth because it relies on the Earth's magnetic field which would be disrupted by the extreme heat and pressure at that depth. Additionally, at the center of the Earth, gravity would be pulling equally in all directions which would affect the accuracy of the compass needle.


What is the difference between a copass and a compass rose?

If you mean the difference between a compass and a compass rose: The compass is the complete instrument. The compass rose is the degree wheel printed under the needle.


What are the benefits and disadvantages of the Chinese compass?

The main difference of the Chinese compass with the existing compass today is that the former makes use of ferrites or magnetic oxides. These are natural minerals that attract iron and other metals. Large deposits of ferrites were discovered thousands of years ago in the district of Magnesia in Asia Minor. The second difference is that the Chinese compass is always pointing on the south while the invented compass points to the north. The third is that invented compass is basically used for navigational purposes whereas the Chinese compass is used as a navigational tool and also as a beautiful piece of home décor and for Feng Shui.

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How many types of reading comprehension passages are in the Compass reading placement test?

There are five types of reading comprehension passages on the Compass reading placement test.


Is gyrosyn compass a combination of magnetic compass and artificial horizon?

No,a Gyrosyn compass is a combination of a Magnetic compass and Direct reading compass.


Can a magnetic compass reading change?

Yes, a magnetic compass reading can change due to fluctuations in the Earth's magnetic field, interference from nearby magnetic objects, or errors in calibration. It is important to regularly check and correct the compass reading for accurate navigation.


How does earth's magnetic field affect the compass?

Earth's magnetic field is what allows a compass to align itself with the magnetic poles, causing the needle to point north. The magnetic field provides a reference point for navigation, helping people determine their direction relative to the Earth's magnetic field. Any changes or disturbances in the magnetic field can affect the accuracy of a compass reading.


What might interfere with the compass's pointing north?

Magnetic objects nearby, electromagnetic interference, and changes in the Earth's magnetic field can interfere with a compass pointing north. Other factors such as metal structures or power lines can also affect the accuracy of a compass reading.


Where is the compass reading on Dodge Journey - i do not have the Nav system and can not find the compass readout?

If equipped it will display in the cluster.


How was a compass used in ancient china and how does it affect society today?

What purpose did the ancient compass serve


What is Boy Scout orienteering couse?

Map reading and use of a compass.


What is magnetic bearing?

It is a bearing (a direction) based on a magnetic compass reading.


What do compass rose do?

If a person is traveling they would need to know how to read a map, and what the symbols mean. The Compass Rose, is a compass. It gives a map reading direction, from where they currently are, to their end destination.


How did physical features affect Marco polos exploration?

it didn't affect him because he had the compass


What happens to the compass when an aluminum bar is close?

The magnetic field of the compass may be slightly influenced by the presence of the aluminum bar, but aluminum itself is not magnetic so it won't affect the compass significantly. You would generally need a stronger magnetic field to noticeably affect the compass's needle.