What is a compass? Where and when did the first compass appear?

A compass is a navigation device that helps you navigate the terrain. Arrows point to the cardinal points and the earth’s magnetic poles.
The first navigation devices are mentioned in the 3rd century AD. During the reign of the Song dynasty in China, a prototype of the modern compass was invented, which helped to navigate the deserts.



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