magnetic compass are used for navigation why
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Compass is a simple instrument that is used for navigation and orientation. It has a magnetic needle or a card that works as a pointer to magnetic North of the Earth because the magnetized needle aligns itself with the lines of the Earth's magnetic field.
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Beacuse its needle always point towards the North direction. Using this the other directions can also be determined. So in an open sea compasses are preferred for navigation (more than stars)
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