Which of the following material was once used as a magnetic compass in ancient times?

Lodestone

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Brass

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Bronze

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Soft iron

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Solution

The correct option is A Lodestone
Lodestone is a naturally occurring magnet. A lodestone, when suspended aligns in North-South direction due to Earth's natural magnetism. In ancient times, it was used as a compass to determine directions.

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