how can i find coordinates of a landmark with compass
2007-01-07 17:19:06 · 3 answers · asked by hikaru a 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Geography
first of all you don't find anything witha compass. All a compass can do is point you in the right direction and with out a map or knowlege of the surounding area your screwed. Get a map, You'll find the cooridnates on there.
2007-01-07 17:27:09 · answer #1 · answered by rknghavic 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Compass is not useful to find coordinates on earth. The easiest method to find coordinates of a landmark is using a Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment.
2007-01-08 02:31:41 · answer #2 · answered by Lutfor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't. A compass can only give you a bearing to the object, and once located, you must find it on a map with a grid projection to define the coordinates. It is also possible to compute the location from two known points, but it is not easy. About the easiet way I know is find it on google earth, and you will be given coordinates..
2007-01-08 01:31:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋