GEOG 482 GIS Key Concepts Review

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What is the term used to describe the discrete object geographic representation that has arc ending points, starting points, nodes, vertices, polygons, and linear features?

Network representation

Schematic representation

Geometric representation

Topological representation (correct)

Which concept in GIS involves the qualitative properties and spatial relationships of geographic features?

Containment

Proximity analysis

Adjacency

Topology (correct)

In GIS, what term is used to describe data that represents real-world entities and their attributes?

Conceptual model (correct)

Physical data model

Theoretical model

Abstract data model

What type of data refers to information that is represented by distinct, separate entities or objects in GIS?

Discrete data Signup and view all the answers

Which GIS concept focuses on the relationships of features sharing common boundaries or touching each other?

Adjacency Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the process of representing real-world entities in a GIS system?

Georeferencing Signup and view all the answers

Which GIS concept involves the arrangement and connectivity of nodes and vertices within a network?

Network topology Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for representing geographic entities as points, lines, or polygons based on their geometry?

Geometric modeling Signup and view all the answers

In GIS data models, what is a characteristic of vector data compared to raster data?

Vector data structures are generally simple with only one attribute per dataset. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of spatial resolution is typically fixed and achieves precision through large data volumes?

Fixed spatial resolution achieved with large data volumes Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between vector and raster data structures?

Raster data structures handle multiple attributes making them more complex. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of data source is commonly associated with raster data models?

Remote sensing images Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical characteristic of vector data volume compared to raster data volume?

Vector data volume is usually smaller but highly precise Signup and view all the answers

Which type of application is more common for raster data models compared to vector data models?

Environmental applications Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of vector and raster data models makes raster structures more complex?

The handling of multiple attributes in raster structures Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect contributes to the complexity of raster data structures?

The fact that raster structures handle multiple attributes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the smallest geographic unit on a map?

4x4 cells Signup and view all the answers

In terms of resolution, what does a 400 cells map represent?

Fine (double) resolution Signup and view all the answers

Which source is referenced in the text for learning landscape ecology?

Gergel SE & Turner MG. 2002. Learning Landscape Ecology. Springer Signup and view all the answers

What is the cell size for a map with fine resolution and narrow extent?

100 cells Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a map with broad extent and coarse resolution?

20x20 cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the book 'Learning Landscape Ecology' by Gergel SE & Turner MG?

Understanding landscape patterns and processes Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does 'GEOG 482' refer to?

Geographic Information Systems course Signup and view all the answers

'Changing Scales' in the text primarily refers to variations in _____________.

Geographic coverage and resolution Signup and view all the answers

'An Intro. to Geog. Info. Systems, 3rd Ed.' is most likely a/an ___________.

Textbook title Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of landscape ecology is emphasized in 'Learning Landscape Ecology' by Gergel SE & Turner MG?

Spatial patterns and ecological processes Signup and view all the answers