The second Section concentrates on applications of remote sensing to geological studies. A list of principal uses begins this page. Special attention is given to ways in which remote sensing (especially through image classification) can aid in making geologic maps. The notion of "formation" is discussed and reasons given as to why this standard geologic map unit cannot be recognized as such in imagery alone. One of the pitfalls of making these maps solely from imagery - namely, the presence of soil and/or vegetation cover - is mentioned. Some typical spectral signatures of different rock types are displayed.
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Originators:
Nicholas M. Short Sr.
Title:
The Remote Sensing Tutorial - Geological Applications
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http://rst.gsfc.nasa.gov/
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Name:
JOHN
BOLTON
Email:
john.bolton at gsfc.nasa.gov
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Earth Observing System: Program Office
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Greenbelt
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Maryland
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USA
TYLER
B.
STEVENS Role:
SERF AUTHOR
Phone:
(301) 614-6898
Fax:
301-614-5268
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Tyler.B.Stevens at nasa.gov
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NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
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MD
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20771
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USA
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