spatial analysis
[ˈspeɪʃəl əˈnæləsɪs]
nounpl: spatial analyses
análise espacial
1. A quantitative approach to examining the locations, distributions, and relationships of phenomena across geographic space
Spatial analysis revealed that crime rates were concentrated in specific neighborhoods.
A análise espacial revelou que as taxas de criminalidade estavam concentradas em bairros específicos.
2. The process of examining patterns and relationships in geographic data using statistical, mathematical, or computational methods
Urban planners use spatial analysis to optimize the location of public services.
Os planejadores urbanos usam análise espacial para otimizar a localização de serviços públicos.
3. A research methodology that incorporates geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial statistics to understand spatial patterns
The company conducted a spatial analysis to identify the best locations for new retail stores.
A empresa realizou uma análise espacial para identificar os melhores locais para novas lojas.
Spatial analysis is a fundamental methodology in Brazilian and Portuguese academic geography, urban planning, and environmental research. It has become increasingly important with the advancement of GIS technology and data science. In Brazil, the term is widely used in universities and government agencies for urban planning, epidemiology, and environmental monitoring. In the USA, it's commonly applied in criminology, marketing, and real estate analysis.
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