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Before the compass, people navigated using natural landmarks, the position of celestial bodies (like the sun and stars), and by observing the wind and currents. It was a more challenging and less precise method of navigation, often leading to more frequent errors and getting lost.
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Was the compass invented because of christopher Columbus's discovery and exploration of America?
No, the compass was invented earlier, in ancient China, long before Christopher Columbus's voyages to the Americas. It was used for navigation by various cultures around the world, not just by Columbus.
What is the plural possessive of compass?
The plural of compass is compasses, and the plural posessive is compasses'(referring to more than one compass).
What is the singular possessive of the word compass?
There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word: compass'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: compass'sExample:The compass' case is polished brass.The compass's case is polished brass.
What do you call something that shows you north south east and west?
a compass
What is the opposite of ESE on the compass?
The opposite of ESE on the compass is WNW (West Northwest).
What was used before the compass?
the stars.
Was the compass made before the 1800?
yes
How could a compass help you if you were lost at sea in a life boat?
you can look at the compass and it will tell you where to go or if you have a special compass it will track down your tracks and you can follow it back
What is the symbolism of a compass?
The symbolism of a compass implies location and direction.
How did the magnetic compass change life in Europe?
A Magnetic Compass showed directions to many sailors who later discovered many things
How can compass makes life easier?
it makes life easier because it can show you the direction you are going in.
What are some methods used for finding direction before the compass was invented?
The sun
How do you get the Compass pin in Club Penguin?
You would've had to get it the week before the Mountain Expedition!
What came first Astrolabe Compass Scale mapsAerial photography?
atrolabe came first, the astrolabe was invented before the sextant, and the sextant was the model that made the compass
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.
How would world be without a compass?
People arleady knew how to navigate using stars (for instance before the compass was invented). And anyone seriously working with magnets would've stumbled across one that could be used as a compass eventually.
When was a compass discovered?
The compass was discovered in ancient China around the 2nd century BC. It was initially used for divination before its navigation applications were realized.
