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It appears stationary in the night sky, due to the fact that it lined up almost directly over the North Pole. Because of this it can be used to find true north, which is a very useful thing when sailing at night and all other points of reference are gone, such as landmarks or the sun.
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Why is polaris useful to sea trawlers?
Polaris is the North Star that the fishing or shrimping vessels use in navigation. eD.
What happens to the latitude of Polaris as you travel northward?
As you travel northward, the latitude of Polaris, also known as the North Star, corresponds to your geographical latitude. This means that if you are at the North Pole (90° N), Polaris will be directly overhead at the zenith. As you move southward, Polaris appears lower in the sky, aligning with the latitude you are at. Essentially, the angle of Polaris above the horizon matches your northern latitude.
What happens to the altitude of Polaris as you travel north?
As you travel northward, the altitude of Polaris, or the North Star, increases. This is because Polaris is positioned almost directly above the North Pole, so at the North Pole, it is located directly overhead at an altitude of 90 degrees. Conversely, as you move south, the altitude of Polaris decreases.
What happens when you reach near the polaris?
We do not yet have the ability to travel such distances.
How would polaris be helpful if you were lost at sea?
follow the nothern star to shore
What is sea transportation?
Travel by sea.
How fast can sea otters travel?
i think that a sea otter travel 35 miles
What is travel oversea?
To travel by sea on a boat.
What sea will you cross if you travel from the philippines to vietnam?
The sea you will cross if you travel from the Philippines to Vietnam is the South China Sea. Vietnam is west of the Philippines.
What sea will you if you travel from the Philippines to Vietnam?
The sea you will cross if you travel from the Philippines to Vietnam is the South China Sea. Vietnam is west of the Philippines.
How did the Hopi's travel on sea?
They traveled by boat on sea.
Why did portuguese explorers want to get to Asia by sea?
Sea travel is faster than over land travel.
