Geospatial Data Models

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This quiz briefly covers the topics discussed in the "Geospatial Data - Pt 2" presentation video.

The two most common geospatial data model types are:

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Raster

Vector

KML

What types of data models are below (A,B?)

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A - Vector, B - Raster

A - Word Document, B - Powerpoint

A - Raster, B -Vector

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Raster data is comprised of points, lines, and polygons

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True

False

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Which of the following is true about attribute tables?

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Attribute tables link map features (the spatial component) to information in tabular form.

All vector datasets have attribute tables. Most raster datasets don't (raster information is stored within its pixels).

If you delete a row in the attribute table, it will delete the map feature it corresponds with.

All of the above!

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If there isn't any metadata (or "data about the data" available for a geospatial dataset or a web map then....

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The data/web map may not be trustworthy or up to date. In order for data to be used appropriately, we must know its currency, authority, intended use, and any other considerations.

It is totally fine to use!

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The term "shapefile" is another word for what type of data model?

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Raster

Vector

Pizza Bagel

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