18.11.2 - Data Formats and Compatibility
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What does raster data primarily consist of?
💡 Hint: Think about how images are displayed on your screen.
What is vector data used for?
💡 Hint: Think about shapes on a map.
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What format is commonly used for storing LiDAR data?
💡 Hint: Think of how 3D mapping is often created.
True or False: A DTM includes buildings and other structures.
💡 Hint: Consider what each model represents in terms of surfaces.
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Discuss the impact of choosing the wrong data format when performing a site suitability analysis.
💡 Hint: Think about how data fits together and its relevance to the analysis task.
Design a protocol for selecting the appropriate data format for a new aerial survey project in urban planning.
💡 Hint: Consider each stage of the project from planning to execution.
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