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Metadata is spatial data related to the spatial element that is distributed on the map in the form of a point, line, or polygon
Metadata is spatial data related to the spatial element that is distributed on the map in the form of a point, line, or polygon
False
Spatial data describes the elements of the map, such as the characteristics associated with a hotel represented as a point on a map
Spatial data describes the elements of the map, such as the characteristics associated with a hotel represented as a point on a map
True
A single point on a map has a pair of coordinates (X, Y), such as services like schools, hospitals, and police stations
A single point on a map has a pair of coordinates (X, Y), such as services like schools, hospitals, and police stations
True
The Metadata of a region represented as a polygon on a map includes the number of floors and the number of rooms in it
The Metadata of a region represented as a polygon on a map includes the number of floors and the number of rooms in it
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Total Station device is used to calculate the levels of points, distances between them, and extract coordinates
Total Station device is used to calculate the levels of points, distances between them, and extract coordinates
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Aerial photography is the process of photographing the Earth’s surface through a regular camera installed in a spacecraft flying at a known altitude
Aerial photography is the process of photographing the Earth’s surface through a regular camera installed in a spacecraft flying at a known altitude
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Satellite imagery refers to images of the Earth taken from satellites orbiting the planet
Satellite imagery refers to images of the Earth taken from satellites orbiting the planet
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Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite navigation system that provides information about location and time in all weather conditions anywhere on or near the Earth
Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite navigation system that provides information about location and time in all weather conditions anywhere on or near the Earth
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Metadata can be obtained without directly dealing with the phenomenon, such as collecting data from internationally approved official censuses and from governmental and non-governmental departments and agencies
Metadata can be obtained without directly dealing with the phenomenon, such as collecting data from internationally approved official censuses and from governmental and non-governmental departments and agencies
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Isopleth maps represent data using geometric symbols for each position
Isopleth maps represent data using geometric symbols for each position
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Choropleth maps use a specific but gradual color to represent data for different areas
Choropleth maps use a specific but gradual color to represent data for different areas
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Polygon maps give each position a pictorial symbol
Polygon maps give each position a pictorial symbol
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Study Notes
Metadata and Spatial Data
- Metadata describes spatial data tied to map elements, represented as points, lines, or polygons.
- Spatial data highlights characteristics of features, such as hotels marked as points on a map.
Points on Maps
- Each point is identified by a coordinate pair (X, Y).
- Common points of interest include schools, hospitals, and police stations.
Polygons and Their Metadata
- Polygon metadata may include details like the number of floors and rooms in a building.
Measurement Tools
- Total Station devices measure point levels, inter-point distances, and extract coordinates for accurate mapping.
Photography and Imaging
- Aerial photography captures Earth's surface using cameras mounted on spacecraft at calculated altitudes.
- Satellite imagery consists of Earth images captured from satellites in orbit.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
- GPS is a satellite navigation system that provides location and time data under any weather conditions, usable anywhere on or near Earth.
Data Collection and Metadata
- Metadata can be collated without direct interaction with the phenomenon, utilizing official censuses and data from governmental and non-governmental sources.
Types of Maps
- Isopleth maps use geometric symbols to represent data at specific locations.
- Choropleth maps employ a gradient of colors to depict data variations across different regions.
- Polygon maps utilize pictorial symbols for each location to represent associated data visually.
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Test your knowledge of geographic data with this quiz covering types, sources, and methods of representing spatial data. Explore the definitions of spatial data and metadata, and learn about different sources and methods for representing geographical data, such as maps.
