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In ancient times, humans made navigational compass by using

A

steel

B

lodestone

C

alnico

D

soft iron

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the material used by ancient humans to create navigational compasses. 2. **Identifying the Material**: In ancient times, humans used a naturally occurring magnetic mineral known as lodestone to create navigational compasses. 3. **Function of the Compass**: The compass consists of a magnetic needle that aligns itself with the Earth's magnetic field. The north pole of the needle points towards the magnetic north, allowing users to determine direction. 4. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is that ancient navigational compasses were made using lodestone. **Final Answer**: Lodestone ---
**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the material used by ancient humans to create navigational compasses. 2. **Identifying the Material**: In ancient times, humans used a naturally occurring magnetic mineral known as lodestone to create navigational compasses. 3. **Function of the Compass**: The compass consists of a magnetic needle that aligns itself with the Earth's magnetic field. The north pole of the needle points towards the magnetic north, allowing users to determine direction. ...
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