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How a Compass Works

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Explanation of how compasses work and how to make your own, from How Stuff Works.

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Title: Howstuffworks "How Compasses Work"
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Long before GPS satellites and other high-tech navigational aids, people used the Earth's natural magnetism to navigate the unknown. Learn how a compass works and how to create your own!

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