Match the following terms with the correct definition or description.
-red end always points to magnetic north
A) bearing
B) control
C) orienting arrow
D) magnetic needle
E) base plate
F) scale
G) compass housing
H) direction-of-travel arrow

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The magnetic needle in a compass is the component that aligns itself with the Earth's magnetic field, thus pointing towards magnetic north.

Match the Following Terms with the Correct Definition or Description