Answer:
It point outs the magnetic poles of the magnetic field by aligning itself
Explanation:
The needle of the compass is a small magnet with a north and south magnetic poles. Now when compass is placed in a magnetic field , its needle will try to align itself in a way such that magnetic poles of the needle points the respective opposite pole of the magnetic field.
Therefore , the alignment of magnetic needle of compass shows the following -
a) North of the magnetic needle of compass - shows the south pole of the magnetic field
b) South of the magnetic needle of compass - shows the North pole of the magnetic field
