what do sailors use compasses for and why?

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what do sailors use compasses for and why?

2006-11-13 14:30:57 · 4 answers · asked by mansi 1 in Environment

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There are no freeways or roads in the ocean. Only open ocean, a map and a compass to point you in the right direction. On a cloudy day or night. There is no star or sun to make sure you are pointed in the right direction. The currents and wind will disorient you very easily and that's why sailors use compasses.

2006-11-13 22:36:26 · answer #1 · answered by Verves2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

A compass is used for navigation. Since it always points north, its user can orient themselves with it and locate their position on a map.

2006-11-13 22:55:32 · answer #2 · answered by SomeGuy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

To find the North

2006-11-13 22:52:08 · answer #3 · answered by kihela 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

So that thier seamen don't get lost.

2006-11-13 22:34:51 · answer #4 · answered by Wiseguy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋