the compass would point north because it Always points north unless you are at the north pole. :)
The marked end of a compass needle typically points towards the magnetic north.
It depends on a choice made by the person who made your compass; there's no universal standard. The easiest way to find out is to take the compass somewhere that you know which direction is north (at least to within 10 or 15 degrees), and see what way the arrow points.
The four cardinal directions or cardinal points of the compass.
Ah, the points of the compass rose that are the longest are the north and south points. They reach out like friendly arms, guiding us in our journey with their length and strength. Just like in painting, these points provide a solid foundation for our direction and help us find our way with ease.
A compass works by aligning itself with Earth's magnetic field. The needle inside the compass is magnetized and points towards the magnetic north pole. By following the direction the needle points, you can determine which way is north.
The compass can help you find your way when you are lost. It always points to North, so you could also determine the directions of East, South, and West.
A compass uses Earth's magnetic field to determine which way is north. By aligning the compass needle with the north direction, you can easily find your orientation and determine other cardinal directions.
Perhaps you are holding it the wrong way around or you are standing near a powerful magnetic field.
they held it in der hand and the needle points to magnetic north so they know which way is north south east and west and they dont get lost
To read a compass, hold it flat and steady in front of you. The direction arrow points north, so turning your body until the red end lines up with the needle will indicate which way is north. You can then determine the other cardinal directions (east, south, west) based on north.
To use a compass in the wilderness, hold it flat and level in front of you. Rotate yourself until the needle points to the north. The direction you are facing is now north. You can use this information to navigate and find your way in the wilderness.