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Celestial Instruments of Ancient Mariners
A crossword exploring key tools and terms used by ancient sailors to navigate the seas using stars, instruments, and natural indicators.
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- 1. Band of constellations used for celestial navigation
- 2. Instrument that measures the angle between celestial objects and the horizon
- 3. Ancient instrument used to measure the altitude of stars
- 5. Early form of wind direction indicator
- 7. Historic Mediterranean port important for navigation
- 9. Record of a ship’s course and speed
- 11. Sharp change in hull cross-section aiding navigation
- 13. Sailor skilled in navigation at sea
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- 4. Cardinal points used for navigation
- 6. Tool measuring angles up to 90 degrees for latitude calculation
- 8. Sight used on astrolabes for measuring angles
- 10. Early weather observations guiding sailors
- 12. Device indicating magnetic north for navigation
- 14. Unit of depth measurement used by sailors
- 15. Spherical representation of the Earth used for navigation
- 16. Line where sea and sky appear to meet
- 17. Maritime states known for advanced navigation
- 18. Nautical map showing coastlines and hazards
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