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Who was the first to use a compass?
The Chinese were the first to use a compass for navigation, dating back to as early as the 2nd century BC.
Who was the inventor of the compass?
The compass was invented during the Han Dynasty in ancient China. While there were multiple inventors involved in its creation, the Chinese explorer and inventor, Shen Kuo, made significant improvements to the design of the compass.
What is the name of the Chinese inventor who made the compass?
The Chinese inventor who first created the compass is believed to be Shen Kuo, a polymath and statesman from the Song dynasty. However, the compass as we know it today was further developed and popularized by the Chinese explorer Zheng He during the Ming dynasty.
How would you tell someone how to use a compass?
To use a compass, first hold it flat in your hand and make sure the needle is pointing north. Then, rotate yourself and the compass together until the red end of the needle aligns with the "N" on the dial. Your direction of travel is now indicated by the direction of the compass arrow. Remember to account for declination if necessary.
What year was the first compass made?
The first compass was invented in China during the Han Dynasty around the 2nd century BC. It was used for divination before being adopted for navigation.
Who was the first to use a compass?
The Chinese were the first to use a compass for navigation, dating back to as early as the 2nd century BC.
What us a explorer?
who used the compass
Who was the first person to use the compass as a navigational aid?
Zheng He. He traveled the 7 seas by ship between 1403 and 1433 with the aid of a compass. Zheng He was not the first to travel by ship with a compass, he was only the first to record the use of a compass. The use of a compass on ships became popular during the time period of 850-1050 AD.
Any explorer would be lost without this important item?
compass
What do explorer need for an expedition?
compass and map etc
Who invented the first compass?
First CompassThe Chinese invented the magnetic compass. Use the link below for more information.thats right
Why might an inexperienced explorer get lost using a compass?
by looking at the compass the wrong way or maybe using it wrong
What technological develoments did explorer John Cook use in 1768?
Captain James Cook probably used a compass, sextant, watch, etc.
What skills did an explorer need to have?
they need to have the skills to use a compass to know the area or areas they are going to be exploring and to be brave and to avoid whatever leads them out of bravery
What came first compass or caravel?
the compass came first
Who was the inventor of the compass?
The compass was invented during the Han Dynasty in ancient China. While there were multiple inventors involved in its creation, the Chinese explorer and inventor, Shen Kuo, made significant improvements to the design of the compass.
How do you make 70 degree with compass?
you first measure it on your protractor correctly then you use it:)
