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What benefit does the magnetic field provide for people on Earth?
magnetic compasses
How compass rose get its name?
The 'rose' part of the name derives from ornate figures used to decorate early compasses
What are the parts of a drafting compass and its uses?
Compasses are usually made of metal, and consist of two parts connected by a hinge which can be adjusted. Typically one part has a spike at its end, and the other part a pencil, or sometimes a pen. Circles can be made by fastening one leg of the compasses into the paper with the spike, putting the pencil on the paper, and moving the pencil around while keeping the hinge on the same angle. The radius of the circle can be adjusted by changing the angle of the hinge. Distances can be measured on a map using compasses with two spikes, also called a dividing compass. The hinge is set in such a way that the distance between the spikes on the map represents a certain distance in reality, and by measuring how many times the compasses fit between two points on the map the distance between those points can be calculated. Compass and straightedge construction is used to illustrate principles of plane geometry. Although a real pair of compasses is used to draft visible illustrations, the ideal compass used in proofs is an abstract creator of perfect circles. The most rigorous definition of this abstract tool is the "collapsing compass"; having drawn a circle from a given point with a given radius, it disappears; it cannot simply be moved to another point and used to draw another circle of equal radius (unlike a real pair of compasses). Euclid showed in his second proposition (Book I of the Elements) that such a collapsing compass could be used to transfer a distance, proving that a collapsing compass could do anything a real compass can do. raffy panganiban^_^
What are the different kind of tools used in drawing and lettering?
There are many tools that can be used. Some examples include templates, compasses, tape, mechanical pencils, coloring pencils, and chalk.
Is a directional indicator that either points north or all four directions?
A COMPASS? It points in normally two directions North and south. However the same end will always point towards north. Some compasses have 4 cardinal points on them and they will point in all four directions at once. but again the north and south are the ones that line up. East and west are just along for the ride. Other Directional indicator. Radio direction finders, wind vanes, etc. have all the operational properties of the compass but use different means to point with.
What is the possessive form of the word Compasses?
The plural possessive for compasses is compasses'.
What is true about all compasses?
They all have a hand pointing in a direction.
How many types of compasses are there?
There are two main types: Magnetic compasses and gyro compasses.
What is the possessive form of compasses?
The possessive form of compass is compass's.
What is the plural form of compasses?
Compasses is the plural form of compass.
Do compasses use electromagnets?
No. compasses use a complex spinner.
Why did Europeans use compasses?
They used compasses to navigate on the sea and on land.
Can compasses harm the environment?
Yes compasses can harm the environment if you lave it on the sheet .
What is the plural possessive of compass?
The plural possessive form of "compass" is "compasses'".
Why do compasses have mirrors?
For reflections
What is the plural possessive form of compass?
The plural possessive form of "compass" is "compasses'".
Where can one find more information about brass compasses?
There are a number of online websites where one can find information about brass compasses. Stanley London has an excellent selection of brass compasses for sale. Trade Mark London does repairs, maintenance and servicing for antique compasses. The Boreal Arrow has a wide selection of antique and vintage compasses available for purchase and provides some background history for each item.
