Spread the love1. Understanding the Compass A compass is a simple yet powerful tool that has been used for centuries to determine direction. At its core, it consists of a magnetized needle that aligns ...

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Magnetic rocks with iron oxide concentrations act as natural chroniclers of Earth's past continental movements. Using small samples of rocks, scientists can isolate magnetic grains that were frozen in ...