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How magnetic compass helps sailor to find his way in oceans?

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Magnetic compass has magnetic needle in it. It is able to rotate freely inside the compass. It aligns itself to north-south direction. This is because the Earth acts as a magnet. Once the sailors know which direction is north-south, they can navigate their ship accordingly. In this way, the magnetic compass helps the sailors to reach their destination.

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