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- Common Uses: Determining position and direction
- Made from: Magnetized needle encased in fluid such as oil or alcohol
- Price Range: $10 - $50
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The compass is a navigational device used to determine one's physical orientation and position. Generally a compass provides the Cardinal directions of North, South, East, and West. In the absence of physical or familiar landmarks it is an essential tool in calculating position and direction.
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Traditionally a compass is constructed with a magnetized needle rod, resting on a low friction surface floating on fluid. The origin of the compass is debated, but James Carlson has traced back its use to before 1000 BC by the Olmec community in Mexico. Some experts claim the origin traces back to the Chinese which references magnetism and its use in early documents. Because of its reliance on the earth's magnetism the device should never be used near strong electromagnetic forces or objects.-
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Compass Questions
I mean, how often do you need a compass anyway?! 1 AnswerI have a digital compass built into my car and another in my wrist watch. I regularly use it to help navigate. For example, if I go somewhere I am not familia... read more
What is compassion? 2 AnswersCompassion is a profound human emotion prompted by the pain of others.Its a desire to free others from their suffering. Compassion can be cultivated by formal m... read more
Is compassion only a feeling, or does compassion require you act upon the feeling in some way? 4 Answershttp://www.sxc.hu/pic/m/h/hd/hdabed/1176741_homeless.jpg The emotion that qualifies you as a compassionate person will naturally strive to find outlets in your ... read more
At what point do you reach your compassion limit? 11 AnswersAs a limited, flawed human being, I occasionally feel drained of energy and contemplate my own shortcomings with disappointment but never sense an end to my cap... read more
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dear direct tv buy who's been in our house for like 4 hours, get out please i'm sick of being confined to my home!
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wonder who's gonna leave, wont be who i hope tho :(
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someday[s] are better than others but im thankful for them all.
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Mama Nora's makin' foood(= itss beeen awhilee since she did ): freakin' gma of mine<3
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