Questions and Answers
What is Magnetic Variation?
What is Magnetic Inclination also known as?
Magnetic Dip
Where is Magnetic Inclination 0°?
What does Magnetic Deviation account for?
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How is Magnetic Heading defined?
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Study Notes
Magnetic Variation
- Angular difference between true north and magnetic north.
- Positive value indicates east of true north, negative indicates west.
- Important for navigation accuracy, as true north differs from magnetic north.
Magnetic Inclination
- Also known as magnetic dip.
- Represents the angle of the compass needle with the horizontal plane.
- Measures 0° at the magnetic equator and 90° at the magnetic poles.
- Influences compass readings and navigational decisions based on geographic location.
Magnetic Deviation
- Angular difference between magnetic heading and compass heading.
- Results from localized magnetic fields, such as those caused by the aircraft’s structure or electronics.
- Essential to consider for precise navigation, especially in aviation and maritime operations.
Magnetic Heading
- Indicates the aircraft's nose direction relative to magnetic north.
- Measured in a clockwise direction from magnetic north.
- Fundamental for pilots to understand when navigating in relation to navigational charts and bearings.
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Explore key concepts related to magnetism through these flashcards. Learn the definitions and distinctions of magnetic variation, inclination, deviation, and heading, enhancing your understanding of directional navigation and magnetic fields. Perfect for students and enthusiasts of physics and geography.
