GIS Glossary

Methods for estimating unknown values at specific locations based on known values from surrounding locations, essential for surface analysis.

A branch of statistics focused on analysing and modelling spatial or spatiotemporal datasets to understand spatial variability.

A satellite-based navigation system that provides precise location information, widely used for data collection and mapping.

A spatial analysis method that divides geographic space into a grid of cells, enabling raster-based modelling and calculations.

The process of validating interpreted or predicted spatial data through direct observation in the field, ensuring data accuracy.

Linear geographic features that connect separate habitats, supporting biodiversity and ecological processes by allowing species movement and gene flow.

A map illustrating areas at risk from natural disasters or environmental hazards, used in disaster management and spatial risk analysis.

A systematic approach to assess the potential risks and vulnerabilities associated with various hazards in a specific area, supporting emergency planning and spatial risk assessment.

The spatial analysis of how easily individuals can reach healthcare services, considering geographic proximity and transportation networks.

The process of generating maps where data density or intensity is represented by colour gradients, widely used for visualizing spatial patterns and concentrations.

Techniques for displaying large and complex spatial datasets in a clear and interpretable way, often involving specialized mapping or charting methods.

A technique that simulates the effects of light and shadow on terrain surfaces, enhancing the visualization of elevation and landform features in spatial analysis.

Refers to the network of known horizontal geographic positions used as references for mapping and spatial accuracy.

A node in a network (such as a city or station) used to channel goods or people, crucial for network analysis and optimizing transportation systems.

The branch of geography focused on the spatial aspects of human activities, cultures, and interactions with the environment, often analysed using GIS tools.

The application of GIS technology to study and analyse spatial patterns and processes in human geography, such as population distribution or urbanization.

The use of mathematical models within GIS to simulate water flowthrough natural or built environments, critical for flood risk, drainage, and hydrological studies.

Physical components related to water bodies (rivers, lakes, seas, etc.) represented in GIS for spatial analysis of aquatic environments.

The geographic representation and analysis of water bodies such as lakes, rivers, and streams, fundamental for hydrological modelling and watershed analysis.

A common interpolation method where values at unknown points are estimated based on the values of nearby known points, weighted by distance (inferred from standard GIS usage).