Geospatial Databases Flashcard

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Which of the following best describes a geospatial database?

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A database that stores geographic information (location, shapes, attributes) for mapping and spatial analysis.

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Which of the following is an example of a geospatial database application? Google and Apple Maps (roads & traffic), Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop, Spotify

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Google and Apple Maps (roads & traffic)

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Which software is commonly used for planning with geospatial data?

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Esri ArcGIS

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What is PostGIS primarily used for?

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Geospatial SQL

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Which of the following is an everyday use of geospatial databases? Navigation Apps & Ride Sharing, Online shopping, Video conferencing, Cooking recipes

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Navigation Apps & Ride Sharing

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Which of the following is NOT listed as an everyday use of geospatial databases?
EMS/Fire CAD Zones & Hydrants, Airline flight paths & Airport Maps, Population density & Climate studies

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Online banking

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A student wants to learn about GIS in the Howard Applied Data Science and Analytics Program. Which class should they take according to the material?

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DATA 401 – Intro to GIS

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Why might population density and climate studies use geospatial databases?

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To analyze spatial patterns and relationships in geographic data.

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What does the image with mobile devices and a map with location pins represent?

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Applications of geospatial databases in mapping and navigation.

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Which of the following is a correct pairing of geospatial database use and its example? Airline flight paths & Airport Maps – Geospatial database, Cooking recipes – Geospatial database, Movie streaming – Geospatial database, Book publishing – Geospatial database

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Airline flight paths & Airport Maps – Geospatial database