A sextant is a precision instrument used to measure the angle between a celestial body (like the sun, moon, or stars) and the horizon. This measurement is essential for to determine a ship's latitude and longitude when GPS or other electronic systems are unavailable. 🛠️ Anatomy of a Sextant
: A semi-silvered mirror (half-clear, half-mirrored) used to view the horizon directly while seeing the reflected image. sextant
: A movable mirror at the top that reflects the celestial object. A sextant is a precision instrument used to