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Satellite Image Interpretation

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Image 1
Image courtesy of Ray Sterner of The Johns Hopkins University
Applied Physics Laboratory

The reservoir (A) is easily identifiable due to its contrasting tone with the surrounding land, in addition to its shape, which is irregular; a feature that usually suggests the target is a natural feature.

The bridge (B) is identifiable based on its association with the water body; it crosses it!

The industrial sites (C) can be identified in the bottom left hand corner of the image, by the bright blue colour, a feature typical of non-vegetated areas, particularly paved surfaces.

The roadways (D) are clearly visible down the left hand side of the image, evident by the network of bluish tones, characteristic of paved areas. Additionally, the appearance of residential areas typically has a mottled texture, consisting of a variety of tones, which indicates an assortment of different surfaces; both paved and vegetated.

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