Practice - Errors in Hydrographic Surveying
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Practice Questions
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What is meant by instrumental errors in hydrographic surveying?
💡 Hint: Think about how equipment affects measurements.
Name one factor that contributes to observational errors.
💡 Hint: Consider how nature affects survey results.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of error results from improper calibration of survey instruments?
💡 Hint: Think about the equipment and its reliability.
True or False: Observational errors can be influenced by weather conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of storms or clear skies on surveying.
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Challenge Problems
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You are conducting a hydrographic survey when you notice that your echo sounder has been showing consistently deeper readings. Discuss the possible causes and remedies.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when equipment and nature don’t align.
During a tidal correction, you applied a local tide gauge reading that was off by an hour. Assess how this could impact your depth readings.
💡 Hint: Be mindful of timeliness in measurements and their application.
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