10 Questions
What is the main purpose of GIS in business applications?
To identify suitable locations for retail stores based on spatial data analysis
How has GIS impacted the field of cartography in the last ten years?
It has revolutionized the field and almost all cartography is now done with GIS software
What is the primary focus of GIS specialists?
Developing and analyzing geographical information for organizations
How does GIS contribute to urban planning and social sciences?
By helping to track patterns in people and the physical world
What does physical geography involve?
Studying the planet's physical systems
Why is understanding relative location important?
To compare the advantages of different locations
What is the significance of absolute location?
It facilitates the cartographic process
How are absolute locations identified on the earth?
Using a grid pattern called the graticule
What is the primary function of lines of latitude and longitude?
To organize locations on the earth
When is the sun directly overhead at the equator?
In March and September
Test your knowledge about the role of GIS specialists and the applications of geographical information systems in government agencies and private businesses. Learn about how GIS is used to analyze spatial data for decision making, such as finding optimal retail store locations based on population distribution and other factors.
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