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A compass would not work without a magnet. Inside the compass is a magnet which moves to line up with the Earth's natural magnetism. The north pole of the magnet is attracted to the south pole of the Earth. As such, the magnet moves to always be lining up in this way. When you use a magnet, you can see this in action as the needle moves around to always point northward and from knowing this, you can tell which way you are facing.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe needle of a compass is a magnet. It is pivoted so that it can spin on its balance point to indicate the direction of the north and south magnetic poles. The north magnetic pole located in Canada and moves towards Russia at between 34 and 37 mi (55-60 km) per year.
Some compasses do not use magnets. In these the gyroscopic forces of a spinning mass are aligned towards the north celestial pole.
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What is a real life example of magnetism people concerned with?
If a group of people go camping and loose their way they would use a compass to read their map effectively (assuming they have no cellphone or GPS). A compass is controlled by magnetism therefore it would be vital to the campers in this situation. Hope this helps!
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
Why does a sailor use a compass?
to determine direction
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 most direct use of a compass in geometry construction?
A compass is used to construct a perfect circle of 360 degrees.
Why does a compass always pointed to north?
magnetism
Why always a compass points to the north?
magnetism
Do you use magnetism everyday?
In my kitchen, the microwave; in my car, the generator; in the mountains, my compass; In the library, my card scanner.
How does the magnetism in the compass work with the magnetism of earth so that the compass is a useful tool for navigating?
The magnetic needles of the compass align with earths magnetic field coming off the polar ice cap.
A compass uses the property of to indicate direction.?
What property it uses depends on the type of compass. A magnetic compass uses magnetism. Some other compasses (which are more accurate) use the rotation of Earth itself.
What does force on a magnetic compass needle represent?
magnetism
Which unique property of minerals is evident in a compass?
Magnetism is a unique property of minerals used in a compass.
How will you distinguish magnets from non-magnetized magnetic material?
You can use a device that detects magnetism. A compass needle may suffice.
How will distinguish magnets from non magnetized magnetic materials?
You can use a device that detects magnetism. A compass needle may suffice.
How will you distinguish magnets from non magnetized magnetic materials?
You can use a device that detects magnetism. A compass needle may suffice.
What is a real life example of magnetism people concerned with?
If a group of people go camping and loose their way they would use a compass to read their map effectively (assuming they have no cellphone or GPS). A compass is controlled by magnetism therefore it would be vital to the campers in this situation. Hope this helps!
How do animals use a magnetic compass for navigation?
Homing pigeons use magnetism through tiny iron crystals in their beaks. Turtles use magnetism by sensing slight differences in magnetism throughout the ocean. It keeps them in the cycle of warm waters in a specific 8,000 mile path that they swim for years.
