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There are a few different ways a compass is divided into units. Depending on the use for the compass, different units of measure may be more useful:
- Points
- Degrees
- Mils
- Grads : PS I really hope this was useful
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What is the correct definition for orienteering?
Using a map and compass to navigate between checkpoints along an unfamiliar course.
Did Abraham Lincoln like his name?
No he hated being called "Abe" so no one called him Abe to his face especially his family and friends. He got the nickname Honest Abe but he didn't like being called Abe Lincoln so nobody called him Abe to his face.
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I don’t know
Name the cardinal and intermediate direction?
intermediate directions are the right and left bottom sides on a compass rose
The needle of a magnetic compass points toward the?
North. It can, what they call "dance" if you are near magnetic rock though.
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What is the moveable bar in a compass called?
A compass magnet or a compass needle.
What direction do the statues of Easter island face?
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What is a Muslim compass?
I believe you are referring to a Qibla Compass. These are used to determine the direction of the Qibla, where Muslims face when praying.
Where will a compass point if you face south?
If you point the north side of the compass away from you the compass will point south. Because the needle always points north (magnetism).
What is the compass' religious use?
When Muslims know where they are, they will use the compass to determine which way to face so that they can pray facing mecca.
What is that movie called where animals are your soul?
The Golden Compass.
What are the four points on a compass called?
The cardinal points of the compass are North, East, South and West. Another name for them is the cardinal directions.
What is the compass smybol on the map called?
An orientation or compass rose Your welcome for the tip!
What is the French name for compass?
a compass is called "une boussole" (fem.) in French.
How can you make a compass needle face the wrong way?
you cant really because the magnet in the compass controls and direct it the way it needs to go
Hw do you make a compass face the wrong way?
Hold a magnet in front of it and rotate the magnet around the compass. Then it will not point North/South.
