GIS Dictionary

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vertex

[Euclidean geometry] One of a set of ordered x,y coordinate pairs that defines the shape of a line or polygon […]

vertical coordinate system

[coordinate systems] A reference system that defines the location of z-values relative to a surface. The surface may be gravity

vertical exaggeration

[cartography] A multiplier applied uniformly to the z-values of a three-dimensional model to enhance the natural variations of its surface.

vertical geodetic datum

[geodesy] A geodetic datum for any extensive measurement system of heights on, above, or below the earth’s surface. Traditionally, a

vertical photograph

[aerial photography] An aerial photograph taken with the camera lens pointed straight down.

vertical shift

[ESRI software] In ArcGIS, a parameter that offsets the z-origin from the surface of a vertical coordinate system. The vertical

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