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Which of the following is a primary benefit of using GIS combined with GNSS in forest data collection?
Which of the following is a primary benefit of using GIS combined with GNSS in forest data collection?
- Elimination of the need for ground-based measurements.
- Increased accuracy and efficiency in data collection. (correct)
- Decreased reliance on remote sensing techniques.
- Reduction in the types of data that can be collected.
GIS is primarily used in forest inventory to reduce the need for tracking forest resources.
GIS is primarily used in forest inventory to reduce the need for tracking forest resources.
False (B)
GIS enhances forest ____________ by enabling systematic sampling and mapping.
GIS enhances forest ____________ by enabling systematic sampling and mapping.
reconnaissance
What key technological advancement, when used with GIS, allows for better precision in monitoring changes to forest cover?
What key technological advancement, when used with GIS, allows for better precision in monitoring changes to forest cover?
What aspects of watersheds are effectively explored using a GIS-based spatial analysis?
What aspects of watersheds are effectively explored using a GIS-based spatial analysis?
GIS cannot be integrated with remote sensing in order to effectively monitor forest fires.
GIS cannot be integrated with remote sensing in order to effectively monitor forest fires.
GIS applications, combined with remote sensing technologies, are effective in detecting ____________ changes in forests.
GIS applications, combined with remote sensing technologies, are effective in detecting ____________ changes in forests.
Besides real-time data integration, what capabilities are provided by flood prediction systems that utilize GIS?
Besides real-time data integration, what capabilities are provided by flood prediction systems that utilize GIS?
What kind of other models are GIS integrated with to become an effective tool for landslide susceptibility assessment?
What kind of other models are GIS integrated with to become an effective tool for landslide susceptibility assessment?
GIS provides mapping capabilities to estimate carbon sequestration.
GIS provides mapping capabilities to estimate carbon sequestration.
Match the GIS application to its function:
Match the GIS application to its function:
Which of the following is not a benefit of using GIS in forest data collection?
Which of the following is not a benefit of using GIS in forest data collection?
In forest inventory management, GIS is used only for mapping and not for data management.
In forest inventory management, GIS is used only for mapping and not for data management.
What type of planning for silvicultural treatments is enhanced by the systematic sampling and mapping offered by GIS applications?
What type of planning for silvicultural treatments is enhanced by the systematic sampling and mapping offered by GIS applications?
Remote sensing aids forest cover assessment and is facilitated by GIS making it easier to _______ changes.
Remote sensing aids forest cover assessment and is facilitated by GIS making it easier to _______ changes.
Which of the following best describes the role of GIS in watershed management?
Which of the following best describes the role of GIS in watershed management?
GIS applications can’t monitor forest conditions, and, as such, are not helpful in preventing or controlling forest fires.
GIS applications can’t monitor forest conditions, and, as such, are not helpful in preventing or controlling forest fires.
GIS is used to detect changes to land use within forests. What other technology is effective when combined with GIS for this task?
GIS is used to detect changes to land use within forests. What other technology is effective when combined with GIS for this task?
Flood prediction that utilizes GIS applications helps make decisions better in _______ areas.
Flood prediction that utilizes GIS applications helps make decisions better in _______ areas.
What field of study is GIS often integrated with to identify the stability of the environment?
What field of study is GIS often integrated with to identify the stability of the environment?
GIS is used with conservation planning to estimate how much water can be produced.
GIS is used with conservation planning to estimate how much water can be produced.
Match each GIS application area with its benefit toward forest management:
Match each GIS application area with its benefit toward forest management:
For what purpose is GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) integrated to with GIS?
For what purpose is GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) integrated to with GIS?
GIS is used only for forest inventory mapping, not data management.
GIS is used only for forest inventory mapping, not data management.
What term describes the way GIS can more easily allocate sampling?
What term describes the way GIS can more easily allocate sampling?
GIS, with remote sensing, helps people _______ the environmental changes.
GIS, with remote sensing, helps people _______ the environmental changes.
Of the following, what benefit does GIS offer to watershed environmental conditions?
Of the following, what benefit does GIS offer to watershed environmental conditions?
Forest fires can not be fought better with GIS becuase it can not handle changes in a forest.
Forest fires can not be fought better with GIS becuase it can not handle changes in a forest.
What technology works most effectively when combined with GIS in the study of forests?
What technology works most effectively when combined with GIS in the study of forests?
_______ areas can utilize GIS systems for better risk-prevention.
_______ areas can utilize GIS systems for better risk-prevention.
Flashcards
Forest Data Collection
Forest Data Collection
GIS combined with GNSS makes forest data collection more accurate and efficient.
Forest Inventory
Forest Inventory
GIS improves spatial data management and mapping, making it easier to track forest resources and plan management activities with reliable data.
Reconnaissance
Reconnaissance
GIS helps assess forest conditions more effectively that allows better planning of silvicultural treatments and resource allocation by enabling systematic sampling and mapping.
Forest Cover Assessment
Forest Cover Assessment
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Watershed Delineation & Vulnerability Assessment
Watershed Delineation & Vulnerability Assessment
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Forest Fire Prevention and Control
Forest Fire Prevention and Control
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Land Use Change Detection
Land Use Change Detection
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Flood prediction
Flood prediction
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Landslide Modelling
Landslide Modelling
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Soil Erosion Analysis
Soil Erosion Analysis
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Study Notes
GIS Applications in Forestry and Natural Resources Management
Forest Data Collection
- GIS, when paired with GNSS, makes forest data collection more accurate and efficient
- It helps in building detailed databases that support resource evaluation and management
Forest Inventory
- GIS improves spatial data management and mapping
- It makes it easier to track forest resources and plan management activities with reliable data
- Timber Inventory of Benguet Pine includes the total land area of 45,370 sq. m
Reconnaissance
- GIS helps assess forest conditions more effectively
- It allows for better planning of silvicultural treatments and resource allocation by enabling systematic sampling and mapping
Forest Cover Assessment
- The use of GIS and remote sensing allows precise mapping of forest cover and land use
- This makes it easier to monitor changes
- Percentage of forest cover in the year 2000and the locations (in red) of the National Greening Program (NGP) activities from 2011 to 2016
Watershed Delineation & Vulnerability Assessment
- GIS-based spatial analysis helps define and visualize watershed boundaries and site conditions
- It assesses environmental risks for guiding sustainable management practices
Forest Fire Prevention and Control
- GIS and remote sensing can effectively monitor forest fires
- This helps to aid in timely measures to conserve resources and prevent damage
Land Use Change Detection
- GIS applications, combined with remote sensing technologies, are effective in detecting land use changes in forests
Flood Prediction
- Provides accurate spatial modeling, real-time data integration, and enhanced decision-making capabilities for flood-prone areas
Landslide Modelling
- GIS becomes an effective tool for landslide susceptibility assessment when integrated with various statistical and machine learning models
Soil Erosion Analysis
- Provides spatial analysis and mapping capabilities to estimate soil loss and sediment yield, aiding in soil management and conservation planning
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