Question

Explain the following terms:
(i) Grid North
(ii) Magnetic Variation
(iii) Cardinal Points
(iv) Magnetic North

Hint:

Bearings are essential for navigation; differentiate between Grid North, True North, and Magnetic North for accurate map reading

Answer 1

Grid North:
The direction indicated by the vertical grid lines on a map, pointing upwards.

Magnetic Variation:
The angle between True North and Magnetic North, which changes geographically and over time.

Cardinal Points:
The four primary compass directions: North, East, South, and West.

Magnetic North:
The direction a compass needle points, aligning with the Earth's magnetic field.