Source Data

The original data used to create a map, typically in the form of paper maps, aerial photographs, or survey data.

Spatial

Referring to the location or position of something in space.

Spatial attribute

An attribute associated with a spatial object, typically describing the geometry of the object.

Spatial data

Data that includes information about the location or position of something in space.

Spatial object

An object with a defined location or position in space.

Spatial operator

A mathematical operator that is used to calculate relationships between spatial objects, such as proximity or intersection.

Spatial reference system (SRS)

A coordinate system that defines the location of a point in space in terms of a set of coordinates, typically latitude and longitude.

Spatial relationship

A relationship between two or more spatial objects, typically defined in terms of the distance between the objects or their relative position to one another.

Spatial thing

A spatial thing is an object that occupies space. It has a definite size and shape, and is located in a specific place.

Spatiotemporal

A spatiotemporal thing is an object that occupies both space and time. It has a definite size, shape, and location in space, and exists for a specific period of time.