Practice Shore-based Methods (10.5.1) - Hydrographic Surveying

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Question 1.
What does 'Range and Bearings' refer to in hydrographic surveying?
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Think about measuring from the coastline.
Question 2.
What is the purpose of intersecting lines of sight?
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Consider how triangulation works.
3Question 3.
What does the term 'Range' refer to in hydrographic surveying?
- The distance from a point to the target
- The angle of intersection
- The measurement of depth
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Think about how we describe locations in navigation.
4Question 4.
True or False: Horizontal sextant angles are only used in modern surveying.
- True
- False
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Consider the history of measurement tools.
Question 5.
Design a hydrographic survey plan for an area with both shallow and deep waters. Identify key techniques you would use and explain why.
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Consider how depth affects your data gathering.
Question 6.
Discuss how weather conditions can impact the use of shore-based methods in hydrographic surveying.
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Reflect on both methodology and environment.

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