Posted on April 18, 2022 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What is Goode’s interrupted projection used for?
Natural EnvironmentsThe Goode homolosine projection (or interrupted Goode’s homolosine projection) is a pseudo- cylindrical, equal-area, composite map projection used for world maps. Normally it is presented with multiple interruptions. Its equal-area property makes it useful for presenting spatial distribution of phenomena. What would you use an interrupted projection for? Most map projection can be interrupted beyond
Posted on April 18, 2022 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What is frequency polygon in statistics?
Natural EnvironmentsA frequency polygon is a line graph of class frequency plotted against class midpoint. It can be obtained by joining the midpoints of the tops of the rectangles in the histogram (cf. Fig. 3.3.). How do you describe a frequency polygon? The frequency polygon is a curve that is drawn on the x-axis and the
Posted on April 18, 2022 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What is the nature of geography?
Natural EnvironmentsGeography is a study of the earth and phenomena related to it. The earth is dynamic with variations in its physical and cultural environments. These geographical phenomena, whether physical or human, are not static but highly dynamic. They change over time. Geography is also a study of ‘space’ and ‘time’. What is the nature and
Posted on April 18, 2022 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What are the two spatial data models?
Natural EnvironmentsThere are two broad categories of spatial data models. These are vector data model and raster data models. The data base concept is central to a GIS and is the main difference between a GIS and drafting or computer mapping systems, which can produce only good graphic output. Which are the two types of spatial
Posted on April 18, 2022 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What does topography mean in science?
Natural EnvironmentsTopography is the study of the forms and features of land surfaces. The topography of an area could refer to the land forms and features themselves, or a description (especially their depiction in maps). What does topography mean in science terms? Topography is a detailed map of the surface features of land. It includes the
Posted on April 18, 2022 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What are the concepts of geography?
Natural EnvironmentsThe geographical concepts of place, space, environment, interconnection, scale, sustainability and change are integral to the development of geographical understanding. They are ideas that can be applied across the subject to identify a question or guide an investigation. What are the 7 concepts of geography? The seven geographical concepts of place, space, environment, interconnection, sustainability,