spatial data

Data represented as 2D or 3D images. A geographic information system (GIS) is one of the primary applications of spatial data (land maps). Virtual tours are examples of 3D spatial data (see Matterport). See spatial analysis, spatial computing, spatial resolution and GIS glossary.

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