Using a divining rod, a dowser may find water, metals and other substances in the ground without the use of scientific tools.

占卜探测者从不需要科学仪器，依仗一根探测杖他们便可测出地下的水源，金属，或者其他物质。

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He does however rely on microscopes to study samples and has been known to carry an L-shaped divining rod, which he holds over his head until it points him toward water.

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