[42]Compass works on which of the following magnetic properties?

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Compass works on which of the following magnetic properties?

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Self-orientation

Attraction of the magnetic materials

Repulsion of same poles

Attraction of opposite poles

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Compass works on the property of Self-orientation.
Magnet orient itself in the North-South direction if freely suspended. This property is utilised in the concept of the compass. A magnetic compass can be used to find direction. A magnetic compass works on the principle of the magnet being self-oriented if freely suspended. It helps us to find the north direction and south direction. Magnetic compasses consist of a magnetised needle that can rotate to align with the Earth's magnetic field. The Earth is also a giant magnet as the Earth also has the North Pole and the South Pole.
Draw a diagram of a magnetic compass