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How did technology aid European sailors?
There were a number of navigational and sailing technologies that allowed European exploration of the world. Some of them included maps, compasses, quadrants, sextants, cross staff and astrolabes among others.
What technological inventions helped sailors in their exploration and discovery of new lands?
Several key technological inventions greatly aided sailors in their exploration and discovery of new lands. The compass allowed for accurate navigation by indicating direction, while the astrolabe and later the sextant enabled sailors to determine their latitude at sea. The development of the caravel, a ship design that combined speed and maneuverability, facilitated longer voyages. Additionally, advancements in cartography improved the accuracy of maps, helping explorers chart new territories more effectively.
What allowed for longer sea voyages during European exploration?
The discovery that fresh fruit (particularly limes) prevented scurvy was important in improving the health of sailors on long distance voyages.
How did mapmakers help European sailors improve their navigation?
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What was used by the European sailors during the age of exploration?
A number of tools were used, European sailors used instruments called Crosstaffs and Backstaffs they were used to figure out location by using the stars.
What clothing styles did European sailors wear in the 15th century?
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Who was The earliest European sailors to arrive in the America in 986?
I think they were the Vikings
Which motivation led the European sailors to explore the Americans?
find gold
Which was not used by European sailors during the age of the exploration?
viking ship designs.
Was lateen rings used by the european sailors during the age of the exploration?
yes
What did the european sailors call china?
In the middle ages Europeans called China 'Cathay'.
How did th compass help the European sailors navigate their ship?
it told them which direction they were going.
