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semantic reference systems  

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  • Geographic information systems (GIS) operate on spatial, temporal, and thematic data. The interpretation of the first two kinds of data is given by well-known spatial and temporal reference systems such as coordinate systems and calendars. [Source: Encyclopedia of Geography; Semantic Reference Systems]

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