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What does UTM stand for?

Universal Transverse Mercator

The process of transforming the spatial relationship of phenomena on Earth’s surface (3D) into a plane (2D) is called ______.

projection

Which type of projection preserves local angles and shapes?

Perspective
Equivalent
Conformal (correct)
Equidistant

What are the standard lines used in the UTM projection zones?

180 km to the west and east of the central line (A) Signup and view all the answers

Projecting 3D to 2D does not induce any potential distortions.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the two units used for geographic coordinates?

Latitude and Longitude Signup and view all the answers

What does the Tissot indicator show?

Local distortion caused by the map projection (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Horizontal Datum?

To provide a reference for geographic coordinate locations Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Geodetic Datum?

To serve as a reference for calculating geographical coordinates Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Latitude = Based on parallels (north, south) Longitude = Based on meridians (east, west) Equator = The reference frame of the coordinate system Prime Meridian = The reference meridian (longitude) usually 0° Signup and view all the answers