A magnetic compass was developed to find directions. It has a magnet in the shape of a needle that can rotate freely. The needle of the compass indicates the north-south direction.
Class 6 Science NCERT Chapter 4
What device was developed in olden days to find directions, and how does it work?
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In olden days, the magnetic compass was developed to find directions. It works by using a magnetized needle that aligns with Earth’s magnetic field, pointing north-south, helping travelers and sailors navigate accurately.