How is a Mariner’s Compass used?

1.	How is a Mariner’s Compass used?
Answer» 1. A Mariner’s Compass is a magnetic needle used in navigation to show direction by deflections. 2. It is a direction-finding instrument used in navigation. 3. It is placed on the maps, grounds, decks as it will point to the magnetic north pole. 4. It has two or more magnets permanently attached to a compass card which moves freely on a pivot. 5. The needle fixed on the compass bowl indicates the ship’s heading position.

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1. A Mariner’s Compass is a magnetic needle used in navigation to show direction by deflections.

2. It is a direction-finding instrument used in navigation.

3. It is placed on the maps, grounds, decks as it will point to the magnetic north pole.

4. It has two or more magnets permanently attached to a compass card which moves freely on a pivot.

5. The needle fixed on the compass bowl indicates the ship’s heading position.

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