10 Questions
What is the purpose of a coordinate reference system in a map space?
To organize the space and define the position of each object
What type of map represents terrain via contour lines with other geographic features?
Topographic Maps
What do contour lines on a topographic map represent?
Points that are of the same elevation
What is the purpose of cells in the Raster Data Model?
To define the spatial resolution
What type of map represents flat surfaces without geographic features?
Planometric Maps
What is the value stored for each cell in the Raster Data Model?
The type of object or condition found at the location
What is the purpose of a map legend?
To explain the symbols and features on a map
What is the difference between Planometric and Topographic Maps?
Planometric maps represent flat surfaces, while topographic maps represent terrain
What is the purpose of geographic information systems?
To capture, store, analyze, and display geographically referenced data
What type of data model represents space as a collection of homogeneous units?
Raster Data Model
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