Which consequence occurs when a ship's sextant mirror darkens because of prolonged exposure to humid salt air?

💡 Explanation

Incorrect angular readings result during celestial navigation which uses the sextant, because tarnishing reduces the *light reflecting principle*. Therefore, celestial positioning becomes inaccurate rather than just depth or heading issues.

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