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What is the location of the north magnetic pole?
In the Canadian arctic near Ellesmere Island
What is the purpose of a compass rose?
To transfer readings from a compass to a map
How does the north magnetic pole move?
Slowly over time due to magnetic changes in the earth's core
Study Notes
- Magnetic north is the direction of the north magnetic pole on Earth.
- The north magnetic pole moves slowly over time due to magnetic changes in the earth's core.
- In 2001, it was determined by the Geological Survey of Canada that the north magnetic pole lies in the Canadian arctic near Ellesmere Island.
- To transfer readings from a magnetic compass to a map, use the corresponding magnetic inner circle on the compass rose.
Test your knowledge about the north magnetic pole, its movements, and how to transfer readings from a magnetic compass to a map using the corresponding magnetic inner circle on the compass rose.
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