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At what time can the sun generally be found in the west?
At what time can the sun generally be found in the west?
What does the compass needle consistently point towards?
What does the compass needle consistently point towards?
What is the term for the angle between a reference point and the direction to an object?
What is the term for the angle between a reference point and the direction to an object?
Which direction does the sun rise in the morning?
Which direction does the sun rise in the morning?
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What is the purpose of using a compass?
What is the purpose of using a compass?
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Study Notes
Determining Directions
- Methods for determining horizontal directions are numerous.
- If the sun is visible during the day, using it to determine direction is straightforward.
- At 13:00 the sun is positioned in the south.
- During summer, the sun rises in the east at 7:00 a.m. and sets in the west at 7:00 p.m.
- Determining direction at night is possible by using the golden star, also known as a specific constellation.
- Using a compass is another way to locate directions.
- A compass needle always points north and south.
- Azimuth is used to locate specific points.
- Azimuth is the angle between the north direction and a specific point, measured along the horizon.
- Figure 6 shows a compass and how to use it to find azimuth.
Compass
- A compass is a navigational instrument that determines directions.
- The compass has a needle that points to magnetic north, hence it shows directions.
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Description
This quiz explores various methods for determining directions, including the use of the sun and compasses. Learn how to read azimuth angles and understand how to navigate both during the day and at night. Test your knowledge of navigation techniques and instruments.
