How does a magnetic compass work? Well, it’s all down to basic physics and human ingenuity. The key component of a standard baseplate compass is its magnetized needle, which is allowed to spin freely ...
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Why Earth's Magnetic Poles Wander More Than You Think
Picture yourself standing at the Geographic North Pole with a compass in your hand. You'd expect that trusty needle to point straight down, right into the ground.Turns out that's completely wrong.
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Would a compass still work at the Earth’s magnetic pole?
Most people assume a compass will behave perfectly, no matter where you take it, but the magnetic pole is a […] ...
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