Geological Compass Insights: geological compasses are distinctive because of the anti-clockwise direction of the numbers on the compass dial. This is because the compass is used to determine dip and dip-direction of surfaces (foliations), and plunge and plunge-direction of lines (lineations). How do you use a geological compass? Place the bottom EDGE of the compass flat on the line (the edge should be parallel to the line). Make sure the compass is vertical. Adjust the lever on the back of the c

COMPASS USAGE INSIGHTS: What is the use of compass in the field of exploration? There are a number of different specialized magnetic compasses used by geologists to measure orientation of geological structures, as they map in the field, to analyze and document the geometry of bedding planes, joints, and/or metamorphic foliations and lineations. Here are some uses of a compass for us to ponder. It helps in reading maps. It is also used to navigate through paths and routes. It is also used to cond