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What does a compass symbolizes?
a compass sybolizes a dick
A state map has a circle-shaped compass. If the radius of the compass is 15 millimeters what is the approximate area of the compass (Use 3.14 for .)?
Area of compass: 3.14*15*15 = 706.5 square mm
What is a compass saw used for?
A compass saw is used to make curved cuts
What is the French name for compass?
a compass is called "une boussole" (fem.) in French.
What does a maths compass do?
the compass of math is used in making arcs and circles. with the use of a compass, a person can draw an axact circle where the points on the circle are equidistant from the center.
What is the difference between a navigational compass and a mathematical compass?
A navigational compass shows the way to North. A mathematical compass (actually used in the plural: compasses) allows you to draw circles accurately.
Does a compass point geographic north?
Actually, a compass points to the magnetic north pole, not the geographic north pole.
Does jeep compass have alarm?
Don't think you'll ever have to worry about someone actually stealing a Jeep Compass
Who discovered the compass?
No one is actually sure who was the discoverer of the compass but it is said to have been discovered by Feng Shui and his fellow helpers.
What is the name of the Chinese inventor who made the compass?
It isn't really known who actually invented the compass, but we do know that it was around 215 B.C.E. (also can be written as 215 BC)
Will a compass always work?
No. I assume you mean a magnetic compass. A magnetic compass reacts to magnetic fields; the magnetic south pole of Earth is not exactly at the geographic north pole, so at some points of the Earth's surface, the magnetic compass will actually point south instead of north. Also, a magnetic compass will be influenced by other magnetic fields, e.g., current-carrying wires.No. I assume you mean a magnetic compass. A magnetic compass reacts to magnetic fields; the magnetic south pole of Earth is not exactly at the geographic north pole, so at some points of the Earth's surface, the magnetic compass will actually point south instead of north. Also, a magnetic compass will be influenced by other magnetic fields, e.g., current-carrying wires.No. I assume you mean a magnetic compass. A magnetic compass reacts to magnetic fields; the magnetic south pole of Earth is not exactly at the geographic north pole, so at some points of the Earth's surface, the magnetic compass will actually point south instead of north. Also, a magnetic compass will be influenced by other magnetic fields, e.g., current-carrying wires.No. I assume you mean a magnetic compass. A magnetic compass reacts to magnetic fields; the magnetic south pole of Earth is not exactly at the geographic north pole, so at some points of the Earth's surface, the magnetic compass will actually point south instead of north. Also, a magnetic compass will be influenced by other magnetic fields, e.g., current-carrying wires.
How do you get a bubble out of a compass with no screws to take it apart?
>> the bubble is actually there for a purpose. without it the water wouldn't be able to flow and the compass wouldn't work. BS. From Silva compass makers, "We intend that our compasses are free of bubbles; however, if a small bubble forms in the liquid-filled capsule, it has no influence on the accuracy of the compass."
Who gave Percy the pills and compass?
The pills are actually vitamins and are given by Hermes god of messengers.
What was the name of the person who made the first compass?
I don't believe the actual name of the person is known considering how old the compass actually is. The magnetic compass is an old Chinese invention, first made in China during the Qin dynasty (221-206 B.C.)
What was the name of the first person who made the first compass?
I don't believe the actual name of the person is known considering how old the compass actually is. The magnetic compass is an old Chinese invention, first made in China during the Qin dynasty (221-206 B.C.)
A compass is a scientific instrument used to locate the what?
The magnetic north pole of the Earth.add. Actually the compass aligns itself with the lines of magnetic force at your location. From this we may infer the direction of the magnetic poles.
Can a compass construct circles?
The only way a compass can be used to create a circle is if you draw round it, because a compass is actually a navigational instrument which shows direction. If you're out in the woods, for example, you use a compass to show you which direction you need to head in. A pair of compasses can be used to construct, or draw, a circle of any size, up to the maximum reach of the "arms".
