What is a geographic information system? What are some potential GIS applications?

What will be an ideal response?


GIS is a computer-based data processing system for gathering, storing, manipulating, and analyzing geographic information. There are many GIS uses within physical geography.

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A) 25% B) 11.7% C) 1% D) 5% E) 10%

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True or False: Rocks high on mountain peaks have less potential energy than those on valley bottoms

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Assess which of Latin America's environmental challenges will be easiest to overcome

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of these equal volumes expands more when the temperature is increased?

A. iron. B. wood. C. ice water. D. helium.

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