Spatial Information Technology
A worksheet covering the fundamentals of Spatial Information Technology and Geographical Information Systems (GIS), including data formats, components, and analysis functions. Total: 40 marks.
Section A: One Word Answer [20 Marks]
Answer the following questions in one or two words.
From which English word is the term 'spatial' derived?
What does the acronym GIS stand for?
What is another term for non-spatial data that describes the characteristics of a spatial feature?
Which component is considered the 'backbone' of a GIS?
Which data format represents a graphic feature as a pattern of grids of squares or cells?
Section B: True or False [20 Marks]
State whether the following statements are True or False, and briefly explain why.