geographicinformation
Geographic information refers to data that describe the location, extent, attributes, and relationships of phenomena on the Earth's surface. It encompasses both the geographic coordinates that locate objects and the descriptive attributes that characterize them, enabling spatial analysis and visualization. Geographic information is used in mapmaking, planning, and research and is often stored in geospatial databases and managed by geographic information systems (GIS).
Geographic data come in two primary formats: vector data, which represent features as points, lines, and polygons,
Sources of geographic information include official mapping agencies, satellite and aerial imagery, global positioning systems, surveys,
Applications span urban planning, environmental monitoring, transportation, disaster response, public health, and business analytics. Geographic information