Practice Image Classification For Mapping (7.9.2) - Cartography and Thematic Mapping

Practice: Image Classification for Mapping

Lesson 7.9.2Cartography and Thematic Mapping

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What is image classification?
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Think about how we categorize images.
Question 2.
Name the two main types of image classification.
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Recall the types mentioned in class.
3Question 3.
What is the main purpose of image classification in mapping?
- To beautify images
- To categorize image data for analysis
- To compress images
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Think about why we need to interpret satellite imagery.
4Question 4.
True or False: Supervised classification requires training samples from an analyst.
- True
- False
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Recall what differentiates the types of classification.
Question 5.
Design a study where unsupervised classification could be beneficial in a remote sensing project. Include specifics on data collection and potential outcomes.
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Consider the types of data satellites can collect.
Question 6.
Evaluate a scenario where choosing a poor training sample for supervised classification could lead to misleading results. What might be the long-term implications?
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Think about how relevance and recency of data affect analysis.

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