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A compass needle points to the magnetic poles, which are not the same as the geographic poles. There is nothing special about the magnetic field at the geographic poles.
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Function of a magnetic compass?
The function of a magnetic compass is to show the direction toward the magnetic poles of the Earth. It is used as a navigation tool.
Why does a freely suspended magnet not show geographical N'S direction exact?
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Why does a magnetic needle of a compass show true north in delhi and Mumbai but not in other parts of India?
A properly set up compass should show Magnetic North regardless of where on the planet it is except at the North and South Magnetic Poles
How can a magnetic compass be used to find directions on Earth?
Due to earth's spinning and rotation, it also behave as a magnet. That's why compass (magnetic needles) show directions as alike poles attracts and like repel each otherg
Can you show the picture of compass?
compass
Show you an example compass test?
Show example of an compass test
Why was a compass invented?
The compass was invented to show you the axis
What is an instrument invented by the Chinese to show direction?
The Magnetic Compass.
A symbol on a map that sHow is direction?
Both a compass rose and a north arrow will show direction.
What does a compass show on a map?
North
How can a magnetic can be used to find directions on earth?
Due to earth's spinning and rotation, it also behave as a magnet. That's why compass (magnetic needles) show directions as alike poles attracts and like repel each otherg
What a tool that show which direction is north?
a compass
