Chapter 2: Geographical Information System (GIS)

What does GIS stand for?

• Geography Information Software

• Geographical Information System

• Global Information System

• Geographic Integrated System

What is the main purpose of GIS?

• Creating video games

• Analyzing data associated with Earth's location

• Managing social media accounts

• Storing music files

What is the difference between Raster and Vector data formats in GIS?

• Raster uses pixels while Vector uses points, lines, and polygons

• Raster is for physical maps while Vector is for political maps

• Raster is for images while Vector is for text data

• Raster is for 2D data while Vector is for 3D data

What are the advantages of using Vector data format in GIS?

• Blocky appearance with loss of detail

• Large storage requirements

• Inaccurate graphics and area calculations

• Simple data structures and can display remotely sensed data

What is the GIS process in order?

• Store, Visualize, Analyze, Capture, Get Result

• Get Result, Capture, Store, Visualize, Analyze

• Analyze, Visualize, Store, Capture, Get Result

• Capture, Store, Visualize, Analyze, Get Result

What are some major applications of GIS?

• Designing fashion clothing

• Creating music albums

• Cooking recipes

• Tracking endangered animals using radiotransmitters

What is the purpose of Google Earth in GIS?

• Visualizing geographical information

• Tracking weather patterns

• Locating the nearest hospital

• Finding the best restaurants in town

What is the meaning of GIS = Spatial + Attribute?

• GIS is used for playing video games

• GIS is only about physical maps

• GIS combines locational/spatial and attribute information

• GIS is all about colors and shapes

What is the role of Muhamad Naimullah in GIS?

• Running a restaurant

• Designing cars

• Teaching GIS at UMT

• Creating video games

What is the purpose of 3D Modeling for Urban Planning in GIS?

• Building spaceships

• Determining location for service areas

• Creating virtual reality games

• Developing mobile apps