Analysis In GIS Key Words

Question 1

Statistical tools

Answer 1

GIS contains statistical tools ( standard deviation , mean etc.)that help in the analysis of spatial data. These help to summarize data, recognize patterns , analyse trends

Question 2

Raster calculator

Answer 2

This is a tool that performs mathematical analysis on raster data. Helping to analyse factors such as terrain modeling and environmental factors.

Question 3

What is overlay ?

Answer 3

This is a tool used to combine multiple data sets to examine the relationships and interactions between different geographic features . Normally used in suitability analysis or impact assessments

Question 4

Buffer

Answer 4

This is used to create zones around spatial features to analyse proximity and influence.usually used in urban planning and resource management

Question 6

Extraction

Answer 6

This is the selection of specific data from a larger data set based on defined criteria

Question 7

Reclassification

Answer 7

This refers to modifying values and spatial data to new categories/classes in order to aid understanding and make interpretation or analysis easier .