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What is the difference between a compass and a gyrocompass?
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The main difference between a compass and a gyrocompass is that a gyrocompass uses an internal spinning device to provide directional information, while a traditional compass relies on magnetism. A gyrocompass also provides more accurate readings than a traditional compass because it does not rely solely on magnetic fields. Additionally, a gyrocompass can be used in all types of environments, whereas a traditional compass may become less effective or even fail when exposed to strong electromagnetic interference.