Question

Explain how one can find directions using a magnetic compass.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Compass

The most common way to find direction is by using a compass. A compass is a device with a floating needle .The needle is a small magnet that aligns itself with the Earth’s magnetic field. The compass needle always points to magnetic north. If you have a compass and you find north, you can then know any other direction. See the directions, such as east, south, west, etc., on a compass rose.A compass needle lines up with Earth’s

magnetic north pole.

Answer 2

Answer:

A compass has a magnetic needle that can rotate freely. When a compass is kept at a place, the magnetic needle aligns in a north-south direction. The red arrow of the compass needle is termed as the north pole and the other end as the south pole.