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Geological Engineering · Q79

Remote Sensing and GIS in Geological Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 79

Q79

In GIS, what is the purpose of 'buffer analysis'?

A.
To create zones around features at a specified distance
Answer
B.
To convert raster data to vector
C.
To measure elevation changes
D.
To classify soil types

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Buffer analysis creates zones around spatial features.This helps assess impact areas, proximity analysis, and environmental planning.