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What is a disadvantage of using unclassed maps?
What is a disadvantage of using unclassed maps?
- They can be hard to read. (correct)
- They allow for quick decision-making.
- They can be easier to interpret.
- They provide detailed classifications.
Which of the following types of maps is primarily used for representing line data?
Which of the following types of maps is primarily used for representing line data?
- Flow map (correct)
- Choropleth map
- Isoline map
- Density Dot map
Which of the following is NOT a type of central tendency in aspatial descriptive statistics?
Which of the following is NOT a type of central tendency in aspatial descriptive statistics?
- Mean
- Mode
- Variance (correct)
- Median
What do Theissen polygons (Voronoi polygons) help to determine?
What do Theissen polygons (Voronoi polygons) help to determine?
Which index is used to measure the spatial autocorrelation of nearby values?
Which index is used to measure the spatial autocorrelation of nearby values?
What is the primary difference between uncertainty and error in data analysis?
What is the primary difference between uncertainty and error in data analysis?
Which type of uncertainty relates to the challenges of conceptions of place?
Which type of uncertainty relates to the challenges of conceptions of place?
What is the main purpose of internal validation in data modeling?
What is the main purpose of internal validation in data modeling?
What does the ecological fallacy refer to in statistical analysis?
What does the ecological fallacy refer to in statistical analysis?
In spatial selection operations, what does the topological attribute 'contains' signify?
In spatial selection operations, what does the topological attribute 'contains' signify?
What does a high Z score indicate in Hot Spot Analysis?
What does a high Z score indicate in Hot Spot Analysis?
Which of the following is a local function in Raster Analysis?
Which of the following is a local function in Raster Analysis?
In the context of cost surfaces, what does 'friction' typically refer to?
In the context of cost surfaces, what does 'friction' typically refer to?
What is the first step in the Watershed Delineation process?
What is the first step in the Watershed Delineation process?
How is slope commonly expressed in terms of percentage?
How is slope commonly expressed in terms of percentage?
What is the output of logical operations in raster analysis?
What is the output of logical operations in raster analysis?
What distinguishes passive sensors from active sensors?
What distinguishes passive sensors from active sensors?
What is the primary purpose of viewshed analysis?
What is the primary purpose of viewshed analysis?
What is the primary purpose of using a variogram model in spatial analysis?
What is the primary purpose of using a variogram model in spatial analysis?
Which statement best describes the differences between prediction and prescription in spatial modeling?
Which statement best describes the differences between prediction and prescription in spatial modeling?
Which type of error is characterized by random fluctuations in data without identifiable sources?
Which type of error is characterized by random fluctuations in data without identifiable sources?
What is NOT a type of spatial data accuracy measure?
What is NOT a type of spatial data accuracy measure?
Which of the following best defines 'cartographic models' in spatial modeling?
Which of the following best defines 'cartographic models' in spatial modeling?
Which of the following standards is primarily assessed for data quality in spatial data?
Which of the following standards is primarily assessed for data quality in spatial data?
What does 'lineage' refer to in the context of documenting spatial data accuracy?
What does 'lineage' refer to in the context of documenting spatial data accuracy?
Which approach is NOT considered a method for inputting data in spatial analysis?
Which approach is NOT considered a method for inputting data in spatial analysis?
What does the nearest neighbor index value of 0.5 indicate about spatial distribution?
What does the nearest neighbor index value of 0.5 indicate about spatial distribution?
What is the purpose of using a diverging color ramp in data visualization?
What is the purpose of using a diverging color ramp in data visualization?
What type of vector overlay operation would retain all areas from both input layers?
What type of vector overlay operation would retain all areas from both input layers?
Which sampling method is characterized by the least inherent bias?
Which sampling method is characterized by the least inherent bias?
Which type of raster function considers the value of individual cells only?
Which type of raster function considers the value of individual cells only?
What does plan curvature measure in a topographic context?
What does plan curvature measure in a topographic context?
What type of map illustrates information visible or not visible from a specific viewpoint?
What type of map illustrates information visible or not visible from a specific viewpoint?
What type of region cannot be analyzed using map algebra?
What type of region cannot be analyzed using map algebra?
Which map type is most suitable for representing population density?
Which map type is most suitable for representing population density?
What does Moran’s Index measure?
What does Moran’s Index measure?
What is the purpose of watershed delineation?
What is the purpose of watershed delineation?
How is slope commonly calculated?
How is slope commonly calculated?
Which sampling method is designed to reduce travel time?
Which sampling method is designed to reduce travel time?
In Kriging, what is a variogram used for?
In Kriging, what is a variogram used for?
Which type of error in GIS data is described as persistent or identifiable bias?
Which type of error in GIS data is described as persistent or identifiable bias?
What is the key difference between accuracy and precision?
What is the key difference between accuracy and precision?
Flashcards
Uncertainty
Uncertainty
A measure of how well a dataset represents the real-world phenomena it's supposed to depict.
Ecological Fallacy
Ecological Fallacy
Mistaken inference about individuals based on aggregate statistics about a group.
Internal Validation
Internal Validation
Model accuracy checked using a portion of the dataset held apart for testing.
External Validation
External Validation
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Spatial Selection
Spatial Selection
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Choropleth map
Choropleth map
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Voronoi polygon
Voronoi polygon
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Moran's Index
Moran's Index
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Network Map
Network Map
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Graduated Symbol map
Graduated Symbol map
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Lag Distance
Lag Distance
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Semi-variance
Semi-variance
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Spatial Modeling
Spatial Modeling
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Prediction vs Prescription
Prediction vs Prescription
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Data Standards
Data Standards
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Spatial Data Accuracy
Spatial Data Accuracy
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Random Error
Random Error
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Systematic Error
Systematic Error
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Hot Spot Analysis
Hot Spot Analysis
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Z-Score in Hot Spot Analysis
Z-Score in Hot Spot Analysis
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Raster Analysis
Raster Analysis
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Local Function
Local Function
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Reclassification
Reclassification
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Slope
Slope
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Viewshed Analysis
Viewshed Analysis
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Watershed Delineation
Watershed Delineation
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Unary vs Binary
Unary vs Binary
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Cost Surface
Cost Surface
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Minimum Bounding Geometry
Minimum Bounding Geometry
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Surface Normals
Surface Normals
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Vector Overlay (Clip vs. Intersect)
Vector Overlay (Clip vs. Intersect)
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Geocoding
Geocoding
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Weighted Linear Combination
Weighted Linear Combination
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Nodes, Edges, Topology
Nodes, Edges, Topology
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Population Density Map
Population Density Map
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Slope Calculation
Slope Calculation
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Adaptive Sampling
Adaptive Sampling
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Variogram in Kriging
Variogram in Kriging
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Study Notes
Week VII
- Uncertainty vs. Error: Uncertainty is a measure of understanding the difference between dataset content and real phenomena. Error is the measurement of uncertainty.
- Types of Uncertainty:
- Conceptual Uncertainty: Place conceptions are problematic, questioning the best unit for analysis.
- Representational Uncertainty: Choosing between continuous field or discrete object views for analysis.
- Analytical Uncertainty: Internal and external validation, plus error propagation and the modifiable area unit problem (MAUP). Ecological fallacy, is a type of error in interpreting statistical data about aggregated groups.
- Internal & External Validation:
- Internal: Split data into training and test sets. Train model on training set. Test model on test set to check accuracy.
- External: Use all data to train. Validate the model using independent datasets. High accuracy in external validation shows a robust model.
- Error Propagation: Errors during interpretation of statistical data.
- Ecological Fallacy: Interpreting characteristics of individuals based on aggregate statistics can lead to false conclusions about social phenomena. Aggregation reduces information.
- Scope:
- Local: Point to point measurement
- Neighborhood: Adjacent regions have input
- Global: Entire input data layer may influence output
- Methods of Selection:
- Set algebra: <, >, =, <>,...
- Boolean Algebra: AND, OR, NOT
- Spatial Operations: Topology, Attributes (e.g., size, directionality).
- Spatial selection operations:
- Topological: (e.g., in, adjacent, contains)
- Spatial attributes: (e.g., state size, directionality)
- Attributes of regions: (e.g., state population)
- Classed vs. Unclassed:
- Classed: Pros: more control over map; Cons: need to make choices.
- Unclassed: Pros: no decisions to make; Cons: might be hard to read.
Week VIII
- Choosing Map Types: Point, line, and polygon data types are used.
- Differing Map Types: Dot map, density dot, picture symbol, graduated symbol, flow map, area qualitative, stepped surface, choropleth, hypsometric map, dasymetric map, cartogram, isoline map, image map, and multivariate map.
- Differing Views of Maps: Fishnet/gridded, realistic, hillshade relief are views of different maps.
- Aspatial Descriptive Statistics: Range (minimum, maximum), central tendency (mean, median, mode), variation (variance, standard deviation) are described.
- Theissen (Voronoi) Polygons: A technique to partition space based on distance to points. Each polygon contains locations closer to one point than any other.
- IDW vs. Spline: Methods of interpolation
Week IX
- Cluster analysis: Moran's index and nearest neighbor index are statistical tools for spatial autocorrelation.
- Raster analysis: Local and global functions, reclassification.
- Cost surfaces: Calculate cost/distance
- Digital Terrain Models (DTMs): Relating digital surface models (DSMs) to DTMs. Calculating slope.
- Viewshed: Area visible from a point.
- Hydrologic functions: Area contributing flow to a point.
Week X
- Drainage Networks: Watershed delineation process. Condition DEM, Flow direction, Flow accumulation, Stream definition, Outlet identification, and Watershed delineation. Sample methods.
- Sampling Methods: Systematic, random, cluster, adaptive. Discuss advantages and disadvantages of each.
- Spatial Estimation: Raster surface, boundaries, cell dimensions, interpolation method, contour lines, and Thiessen polygons.
Week XI
- Trend Surface Interpolation: Fitting a trend surface through measured points.
- Kriging: Using a statistical model to estimate spatial variables.
- Lag Distance & Variograms: Distance between points used in analysis. Plots of semivariance over lag distances.
- Spatial modeling: Solving problems. Describing spatial patterns or processes, associations, and factors affecting distribution.
- Prediction and Prescription: Difference between predicting what will happen and prescribing actions.
- Types of spatial models: Simple spatial, spatio-temporal, and cartographic models.
Week XII
- Data Standards: Used to format, asses, document, and deliver data.
- Spatial Data Standards: Media standards (physical specifics), spatial data accuracy (data quality), documentations.
General Notes (across multiple weeks)
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Accuracy vs Precision: Difference between the correctness and consistency of a measurement.
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Data Accuracy: Error. Difference between encoded and actual value, including random, systematic, gross errors.
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Documentation of spatial data accuracy: Positional (how points in data relate to reality), attribute (accuracy of attributes), logical (inconsistency of attributes), and completeness (covering all areas).
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Expressing Accuracy: How close a measurement is to the truth. Quantify as a number or probability distribution.
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GIS Certifications and Technical Knowledge: Different certifications and requirements.
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This quiz explores the concepts of uncertainty and error in data analysis. It covers types of uncertainty, internal and external validation, and provides insights into analytical methods and error interpretation. Test your understanding of these critical topics in data science.