Which one of the following is the spatial analytics component of a geospatial technology? a. Geographic Information System b. Global Navigation Satellite System c. Unmanned aerial vehicle/Drone d. Satellite Remote Sensing

The correct answer is a. Geographic Information System (GIS).

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is the spatial analytics component of geospatial technology. It is a computer-based tool designed to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, manage, and present spatial or geographic data. GIS integrates various types of data, including location-based information, to provide insights and visualizations that help users understand spatial relationships and patterns.

The other options, such as Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)/Drone, and Satellite Remote Sensing, are also components of geospatial technology but do not specifically represent the spatial analytics component. GNSS provides location information, UAVs/Drones capture imagery and data from the air, and Satellite Remote Sensing collects data from satellites. However, it is the GIS that processes and analyzes this spatial data to provide meaningful insights and visualizations.