Navigation
Definition
Navigation refers to the process of determining and controlling the course or direction of a vessel, aircraft, or any other form of transportation during a journey.
Analogy
Think of navigation as a captain steering a ship through stormy seas. The captain uses maps, compasses, and navigational tools to guide the ship safely towards its destination.
Related terms
Astronavigation: This technique involves using celestial bodies such as stars and planets for navigation.
Compass: A navigational instrument that uses Earth's magnetic field to determine direction. It revolutionized maritime navigation.
Sextant: A device used for celestial navigation that measures the angle between two visible objects, typically the horizon and a celestial body.
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Practice Questions (3)
If Indian Ocean traders were unable to utilize monsoon winds for navigation during this era, how might it have affected Indian Ocean trade?
Which technological innovation played a key role in navigation during the era of land-based empires?
What technological innovation had a significant impact on navigation during the Age of Discovery?
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