Geographic Data Collection Methods

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to geographical data collection methods, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative aspects.

Geospatial data

Information that can be tied to a specific place, includes quantitative and qualitative data.

Landscape analysis

The task of defining and describing landscapes.

Field observation

The act of physically visiting a location to collect firsthand information.

Spatial data

All information that can be connected to specific locations.

Remote sensing

Gathering information from satellites that orbit the earth.

Aerial photography

Professional images captured from planes within the atmosphere.

Fieldwork

Observing and recording information on location or in the field.

Qualitative data

Non-numerical data such as photos, satellite images, and interviews.

Quantitative data

Numerical data that can be analyzed statistically, like life expectancy figures.

Landscape

A specific area or condition of the land, such as a desert or urban landscape.