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What is the primary source of imagery used by Google Earth?

Satellite imagery (correct)

Drone imagery

Radar imagery

Aerial photography

What can users do with Google Earth on a smartphone or tablet?

Connect with friends through social media

Navigate using a touch screen or stylus (correct)

Play augmented reality games

Upload videos using a smartphone camera

Apart from Earth navigation, what additional tools does Google Earth provide through the desktop application?

"Find my phone" tool, virtual reality games, and weather forecast tool

Measure distance tool, Moon and Mars globes, and night sky viewer (correct)

"Time machine" feature, recipe book, and fitness tracker

"How-to" guides, music player, and language translator

What type of data can users add to Google Earth using Keyhole Markup Language?

<p>Their own data</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much of the world did Google Earth cover as of 2019?

<p>More than 97 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Google Earth Imagery

The primary source of imagery used by Google Earth is a combination of aerial photography, satellite imagery, and 3D modeling.

Mobile Functionality

On a smartphone or tablet, users can utilize Google Earth to navigate the globe, search for locations, and explore 3D landscapes.

Desktop Application Features

The Google Earth desktop application provides additional tools, including measuring distances and areas, creating personalized maps, and viewing historical imagery.

Keyhole Markup Language (KML)

Users can add custom data to Google Earth using KML, a file format that enables the creation of placemarks, markers, and other geographic features.

Global Coverage

As of 2019, Google Earth covered almost 98% of the world's population, offering a comprehensive virtual representation of the planet.

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Learn about the features and functions of Google Earth, a computer program that provides a 3D representation of Earth using satellite imagery, aerial photography, and GIS data. Discover how users can navigate the globe, view cities, and explore landscapes from various angles.