Direction Determination
Geography ⇒ Geographical Skills and Techniques
Direction Determination starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how to use a watch and the sun to find direction in the Northern Hemisphere.
Describe one method to determine direction without using a compass.
Explain how a magnetic compass works to determine direction.
Explain how the position of the Pole Star helps in determining direction in India.
Explain the difference between true north and magnetic north.
Explain the term 'bearing' in the context of direction determination.
Explain why it is important to know directions while reading a map.
What is the function of the needle in a magnetic compass?
What is the main purpose of a compass rose on a map?
