spatial statistics
[ˈspeɪʃəl stəˈtɪstɪks]
noun
estatística espacial
1. A branch of statistics that analyzes data distributed across geographic or spatial locations, accounting for spatial relationships and correlations between observations
Spatial statistics helped researchers understand how disease prevalence varies across different regions.
A estatística espacial ajudou os pesquisadores a entender como a prevalência de doenças varia em diferentes regiões.
2. Statistical methods used to model and analyze phenomena that have both spatial and temporal dimensions
The urban planner used spatial statistics to identify patterns in traffic congestion across the city.
O planejador urbano usou estatística espacial para identificar padrões de congestionamento de tráfego em toda a cidade.
3. Quantitative techniques for examining spatial autocorrelation and dependency in geographic data
Spatial statistics revealed strong correlations between property values in neighboring neighborhoods.
A estatística espacial revelou fortes correlações entre valores de propriedades em bairros vizinhos.
Spatial statistics is primarily used in academic, research, and professional contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is essential in fields such as epidemiology, urban planning, environmental science, and geography. In Brazil, the term is increasingly used in academic institutions and government agencies dealing with geographic analysis and GIS applications. The field has grown significantly with advances in mapping technology and data availability.
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