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What is the definition of remote sensing?

The process of collecting information about the Earth's atmosphere only
The process of collecting information about the Earth's surface only
The process of collecting information about the Earth's surface or atmosphere from a distance using sensors (correct)
The process of collecting information about the Earth's surface from close proximity

What is the primary function of GIS?

Visualization of geospatial data only
Collection of geospatial data
Storage, analysis, visualization, and manipulation of geospatial data (correct)
Acquisition of data from satellites and drones

What type of data does GIS rely on?

Spatial data and attribute data (correct)
Temporal data only
Non-spatial data only
Satellite data only

Which technology uses sensors mounted on various platforms for data collection?

Remote sensing (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does GIS software enable users to do?

Manage and analyze spatial data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of GIS?

Storage, analysis, visualization, and manipulation of geospatial data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of data does GIS rely on?

Geographic features and attribute data (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which technology allows for the collection of information about the Earth's surface or atmosphere from a distance?

Remote sensing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of GIS?

Data, software, hardware (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does remote sensing rely on for data collection?

Sensors mounted on aircraft, satellites, drones, or ground-based platforms (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Remote Sensing Definition

Collecting information about Earth's surface or atmosphere from afar using sensors.

GIS Primary Function

Storing, analyzing, visualizing, and managing geospatial data.

GIS Data Types

Spatial (location) data and attribute (details) data.

Remote Sensing Technology

Technology that collects information using sensors.

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GIS Software

Allows users to handle and analyze spatial data.

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GIS Components

Includes data, software, hardware for geographic information systems.

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Remote Sensing Data Collection

Using sensors mounted on various platforms (aircraft, satellites, drones) for gathering information.

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Study Notes

Remote Sensing and GIS

Remote sensing is the technology that allows for the collection of information about the Earth's surface or atmosphere from a distance.
Remote sensing relies on sensors mounted on various platforms for data collection.
GIS (Geographic Information System) is a computer-based tool that captures, stores, analyzes, and displays geographically referenced data.
The primary function of GIS is to analyze and interpret geographically referenced data.
GIS relies on spatial data, which can be collected through remote sensing technology.
GIS software enables users to capture, store, analyze, and display geographically referenced data.
The components of GIS include hardware, software, data, and people.

Note: I have removed the duplicate questions and provided a concise summary of the key points.