Navigating with Maps and Compasses

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Maps help us to find the way and tell us which direction to take to reach a ______.

place

You need to use your map and your ______ to work out which direction to take.

compass

With a compass and a map, you can find your way in fog or even in a ______.

sandstorm

Most maps have an arrow showing which way is ______.

<p>north</p> Signup and view all the answers

A compass has a needle, which is a thin ______.

<p>magnet</p> Signup and view all the answers

North-east (NE) is halfway between ______ and east.

<p>north</p> Signup and view all the answers

The four main points on a compass are north (N), south (S), east (E), and ______ (W).

<p>west</p> Signup and view all the answers

South-west (SW) is halfway between south and ______.

<p>west</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Importance of Maps

  • Maps are essential tools for navigation, helping users identify locations and distances.
  • They provide directional guidance, crucial for reaching destinations.
  • A compass, when used alongside a map, assists in navigating poor visibility conditions like fog or sandstorms.

Using a Map and Compass

  • Align the compass on the map and rotate the map until the north arrow matches the compass needle direction.
  • Most maps feature a north arrow, typically pointing towards the top.

Understanding Directions

  • A compass needle, being a magnetic element, consistently points towards the North Pole, which helps determine other directions.
  • The four primary compass points are:
    • North (N)
    • South (S)
    • East (E)
    • West (W)

Additional Compass Points

  • Four supplementary compass points enhance navigation knowledge:
    • North-east (NE): Between north and east
    • South-east (SE): Between south and east
    • South-west (SW): Between south and west
    • North-west (NW): Between north and west

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