Reflectance of terrestrial surfaces
Reflectance of terrestrial surfaces refers to the ability of a surface to reflect the light that strikes it. This property varies depending on the type of surface and is influenced … Read more
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The electromagnetic spectrum
The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation. Electromagnetic radiation consists of oscillating waves of electric and magnetic fields that travel through space at the speed … Read more
The elements of the remote sensing process
Remote sensing is the process of acquiring information about objects, areas, or phenomena on the Earth’s surface using data obtained from remote sensors. The elements of the remote sensing process … Read more
Introduction to Maxent
MaxEnt (Maximum Entropy) modeling is a statistical modeling technique used to predict the distribution of species or the presence/absence of a species in a given geographical area. MaxEnt is based … Read more
Location and positioning systems
Location and positioning systems are technologies that allow for real-time determination of the location of an object or person. These systems are used across a variety of industries, including logistics, … Read more
The cycle of lunar phases
The cycle of lunar phases is the result of the gravitational interaction between the Moon, the Earth, and the Sun. As the Moon rotates around the Earth, it receives sunlight, … Read more
Latitude and Longitude
Latitude and longitude are two geographic coordinate systems used to specify a location on the Earth’s surface. Latitude is the measurement of how far north or south a point is … Read more
Climatic heterogeneity
Climatic heterogeneity refers to the variability in climate across different geographical regions. This may be due to a variety of factors such as latitude, altitude, the presence of bodies of … Read more
Models of forest species distribution
There are different models of forest species distribution used to understand and predict the presence and distribution of species in forests. Below are some of the most common models: These … Read more
Vector Raster Representation Models
The vector and raster storage models are two of the most commonly used storage models in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Both models have different characteristics and uses, making them suitable … Read more
Landscape patterns
Landscape patterns are recurring characteristics or elements that can be observed in natural or human-made landscapes. These patterns can be studied from different disciplines, such as geography, ecology, biology, architecture, … Read more