1.16.6 - Digital elevation models (DEMs)
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Practice Questions
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What does DEM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what it represents in terms of geographical data.
Why are DEMs important for engineering projects?
💡 Hint: Consider applications of terrain data in construction.
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What is the main function of a Digital Elevation Model (DEM)?
💡 Hint: Think about what DEM specifically measures.
True or False: DEMs are only used for military applications.
💡 Hint: Consider the broader implications of DEMs.
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Design a regional analysis project using DEM data. Outline the steps you would take to utilize DEMs from the initial data collection to the final reporting.
💡 Hint: Consider all phases from data collection to practical applications in planning.
Evaluate a case study where inaccurate DEM data led to project challenges. Discuss the potential fixes or improvements that could be implemented.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of elevation data on project decisions.
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