What would Herschel use to survey land?
Telescope
Theodolite
Microscope
Periscope
Answer
A theodolite, the answer, is a precise instrument used in surveying and construction to measure horizontal and vertical angles. It consists of a telescope mounted on a graduated circle, allowing for accurate measurements of angles between two points. Herschel, a renowned astronomer and scientist, would have utilized a theodolite for land surveying tasks, as it provides reliable angular measurements necessary for mapping and determining distances between landmarks or celestial objects.
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