In GIS, what does the term 'raster data' refer to?
A. Data represented as points
B. Data represented as vector lines
C. Data represented as a grid of cells or pixels
D. Data represented as 3D models
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Raster data consists of pixels arranged in a grid, each representing a value such as elevation or spectral intensity.This contrasts with vector data which uses points, lines, and polygons.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Remote Sensing And GIS In Geological Engineering
What is the primary principle behind remote sensing?
A. Collecting data by direct contact
B. Observing Earth from a distance using sensors
C. Drilling to collect soil samples
D. Using underground radar
Which of the following is an active remote sensing technique?
A. Aerial photography
B. LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)
C. Thermal infrared imaging
D. Multispectral scanning
Which GIS component is responsible for spatial data analysis?
A. Hardware
B. Software
C. Data
D. People
In remote sensing, what does spectral resolution refer to?
A. Size of the area covered
B. Ability to distinguish between different wavelengths
C. Number of pixels in the image
D. Time between image acquisitions
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