2 Georeferencing
2.1 Needs for Metric Georeferencing
Geospatial data differ from other types of data in that data are geographically referenced. One must understand and master coordinate systems to become functionally adept in the use and application of GIS. Locations are uniquely assigned to data in reference to coordinate systems in GIS. Georeferencing enables geospatial data of disparate sources to be integrated. Without this integration of data, relationships among different variables will not be holistically explored, and high-value information based on multiple criteria (such as suitable sites) will not be created.
Consider two methods for identifying a location on the Earth’s surface. The location of the ...
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