Practice Shore-based Methods (10.5.1) - Hydrographic Surveying - Geo Informatics
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Shore-Based Methods

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Question 1 Easy

What does 'Range and Bearings' refer to in hydrographic surveying?

💡 Hint: Think about measuring from the coastline.

Question 2 Easy

What is the purpose of intersecting lines of sight?

💡 Hint: Consider how triangulation works.

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Question 1

What does the term 'Range' refer to in hydrographic surveying?

The distance from a point to the target
The angle of intersection
The measurement of depth

💡 Hint: Think about how we describe locations in navigation.

Question 2

True or False: Horizontal sextant angles are only used in modern surveying.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the history of measurement tools.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a hydrographic survey plan for an area with both shallow and deep waters. Identify key techniques you would use and explain why.

💡 Hint: Consider how depth affects your data gathering.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how weather conditions can impact the use of shore-based methods in hydrographic surveying.

💡 Hint: Reflect on both methodology and environment.

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