Vol. 7, Issue 2 (2019)
Application of GIS in determination and mapping of topographic characteristics of temperate Himalaya
Author(s): Owais Bashir, Tahir Ali, D Ram, GH Rather, Nageena Nazir, QAH Dar and Perminder singh
Abstract: For the understanding and management of physical environment the mapping and visualization of topographic information is of great importance. Researchers all over the world are using GIS software in their investigation because it has proved to be a successful tool for sustainable development. In view to contemporary cartographic output the application of GIS in landscape mapping and visualization has increased many folds. The main objective of this paper is to determine the application of GIS software to analyze the topographical data. The application of GIS in mapping and visualization has occurred due to advances in computer technology. For the perceived user needs and the technology that allows faster visual display, GIS uses the idea of visualization through maps. For manipulation and extraction of terrain features DEM based topographic data of the study region was entered in the GIS softwares. Some important topographic features were generated and extracted that built GIS assisted topographical data such as contour and spot height, slope and relief direction, drainage and hill shade. For the analysis of this database important landscape features were classified. For investigation, planning and policy making these digital derivatives are essential for understanding regions landscape.
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Owais Bashir, Tahir Ali, D Ram, GH Rather, Nageena Nazir, QAH Dar, Perminder singh. Application of GIS in determination and mapping of topographic characteristics of temperate Himalaya. Int J Chem Stud 2019;7(2):1092-1097.
