Practice Platforms And Sensors (2.5) - Fundamentals of Remote Sensing

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Question 1.
What are ground-based platforms used for?
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Think about their role in ensuring data accuracy.
Question 2.
What is the main difference between passive and active sensors?
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Consider the source of energy for data collection.
3Question 3.
What type of platform is used for calibration and validation?
- Ground-based
- Airborne
- Spaceborne
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Think about where data validation typically occurs.
4Question 4.
True or False: Passive sensors emit their own energy.
- True
- False
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Recall how passive sensors capture data.
Question 5.
Evaluate the differences in data quality between active and passive sensors in terms of spatial and temporal resolutions.
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Think about how environment affects data capture.
Question 6.
Design a hypothetical study that utilizes both airborne and spaceborne platforms to monitor urban growth. Describe the advantages of your chosen platforms and sensors.
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Consider what data each type of platform can best provide.

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