AMSCO AP Human Geography - 1.2: Geographic Data

Landscape Analysis

The process of assessing and interpreting the visual and physical aspects of a landscape to understand its characteristics, patterns, and relationships in human geography.

Field Observation

the process of gathering data through direct observation of a specific spatial area or landscape.

spatial data

Information about the location, shape, and relationships of geometric objects on the Earth's surface, often represented through geographic information systems (GIS).

Remote sensing

The acquisition of information about an object's characteristics through satellite or aerial imagery, allowing analysis of the Earth's surface without direct contact.

Aerial photography

The use of photographs taken from an aircraft to capture images of the Earth's surface, often used for mapping and analysis.

Geospatial Data

Data that is related to geographic locations and spatial characteristics. It includes various forms of data that are mapped and analyzed to understand patterns and relationships in the physical world.

Fieldwork

The collection of data by physically observing and interacting with the environment, often conducted in specific locations to gather firsthand information.