Question
Does the compass needle point in different directions?
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Answer
The compass needle has a magnetic needle closed in a glass covering.
→ The needle can rotate on its pin pointed base.
→ Its red marked end always indicates towards the north direction.
→ It always rests in north-south directions.
→ We use it to find out the direction.
→ The needle can rotate on its pin pointed base.
→ Its red marked end always indicates towards the north direction.
→ It always rests in north-south directions.
→ We use it to find out the direction.
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