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Which way does a compass needle usually point?
The needle, or "pointer", of a compass will always point North. See: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compass
Does the needle in a compass always point south?
One side of the needle points north. This is the one that is usually considered, so you would say that the "needle points north", but of course, the other side points south. The part that points north is usually specially marked. The magnetic compass reacts to Earth's magnetic field, which doesn't exactly coincide with Earth's rotation, so there may be some deviation, that is, it may not point exactly north.
Is there ever a time when your compass will not point north?
Your compass will always point to the earth's north magnetic pole. That spot is about 940 miles from the real north Pole. Your compass only points to real north if you happen to be on the extension of the line that joins the two spots. Anywhere else, your compass points to one side or the other of the real north Pole.
The arrowhead of a compass always point north?
True north is the direction indicated by the Earth's axis of rotation, while magnetic north is the direction indicated by the compass needle. The arrowhead of a compass points towards magnetic north, not true north.
What is cardinal compass point?
Cardinal compass points are the four main points on a compass: north, south, east, and west. They are used to indicate directions on a map or in navigation.
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).
Where does a compass point during winter?
Compass points always towards Earth's magnetic north.
What way will a compass point in Uruguay?
the compass would point north because it Always points north unless you are at the north pole. :)
What c always points north?
Compass
What is the purpose for a needle on a compass?
to point the right direction ***correction by cw - the needle always points north.
What always points to the north?
A compass
A compass always points to?
Yes.
Why always a compass points to the north?
magnetism
What is a small magnet that can turn freely and always point north?
A compass.A compass.A compass.A compass.
What does a compass needle point do?
It points to true north.
Where does the pointer of a compass always point?
north
Compass rose always point where?
north
