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Spatial Analysis

/ˈspeɪʃəl əˈnælɪsɪs/
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    The process of examining the locations, attributes, and relationships of features in spatial data.

    "Spatial analysis is crucial for urban planners to understand the distribution of resources."
  2. 2

    A set of techniques used to analyze spatial data and derive insights.

    "Using spatial analysis, researchers can identify patterns in crime rates across different neighborhoods."

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The term 'spatial' derives from the Latin 'spatialis', which means 'of space', and 'analysis' comes from the Greek 'analusis', meaning 'a breaking up'. The combination reflects the modern focus on examining and interpreting spatial data in various fields such as geography and urban planning.

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