A friend of yours is wondering about the differences between the words orientati

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A friend of yours is wondering about the differences between the words orientation and navigation when these two terms are used in the descriptions of bird migrations. Since you have studied and know something about animal behavior, you tell your friend that


a. Orientation is adjusting a bearing, while navigation is actually following a bearing

b. Orientation and navigation are used interchangeably when referring to avian migrations

c. Orientation is following a bearing, while navigation is setting or adjusting a bearing

d. Orientation is following the sun in the day as starling do, while navigation is following a bearing with a small amount of magnetite, which is found in the heads of some migratory birds

e. Orientation is the ability to find true east, navigation is the ability to find a bearing while crossing water


Please explain why. I cant figure this out. Thx

Explanation / Answer

Orientation is adjusting a bearing, while navigation is actually following a bearing there is nothing to explain their definition lies in their simple english meaning

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