10 Questions
Which type of map shows the regional position of a place relative to the position of other places?
Relative location
What is the purpose of a geographic information system (GIS)?
To store and organize geographic data
What is remote sensing?
The acquisition of data about Earth's surface from a satellite orbiting the planet or other long-distance methods
What is the purpose of field observation?
To study a phenomenon in a natural setting
What is distance decay?
The effects of distance on interaction, generally the greater the distance the less interaction
Which type of map shows a particular theme or topic?
Thematic map
What is the purpose of satellite navigation systems?
To provide geo-spatial positioning
What is the purpose of census data?
To systematically acquire and record information about a population
What is the purpose of remote sensing?
To acquire data about Earth's surface
What is the purpose of field observation?
To study phenomena in a natural setting
Study Notes
Types of Maps
- A topological map shows the regional position of a place relative to the position of other places.
Geographic Information System (GIS)
- The purpose of a GIS is to capture, store, analyze, and display geographically referenced data.
Remote Sensing
- Remote sensing is the acquisition of information about the Earth's surface through the detection of electromagnetic radiation.
Field Observation
- The purpose of field observation is to gather primary data through direct observation and measurement of physical environments and human activities.
Distance Decay
- Distance decay refers to the decrease in interaction or influence between two places as the distance between them increases.
Thematic Maps
- A thematic map shows a particular theme or topic, such as climate, population density, or economic activity.
Satellite Navigation Systems
- The purpose of satellite navigation systems is to provide location information and directions to users.
Census Data
- The purpose of census data is to collect and analyze demographic and socioeconomic information about a population.
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