geological compass 1

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a magnetic compass used by geologists to analyze (and document) the geometry of bedding planes, joints, and/or metamorphic foliations and lineations.

  • 1.Classic geological compasses that are of practical use combine two functions, direction finding and navigation (especially in remote areas).
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