What did Shen Kuo first describe in his writings?
Steam engine
Magnetic needle compass
Telescope
Printing press
Answer
The magnetic needle compass, first described by Shen Kuo in his writings, revolutionised navigation by providing a reliable directional reference unaffected by celestial bodies or weather conditions. Unlike its predecessor, the lodestone, which required skilled interpretation, the magnetic needle compass offered straightforward usage and accuracy, ultimately contributing to advancements in exploration, trade, and scientific understanding.
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