Question

match the following applications that make up the arcgis desktop suite to the best description.
visualization and analysis
data management and administration
3d mapping and analysis
similar to google earth

1. arcmap
2. arccatalog
3. arcscene
4. arcglobe

Explanation:

Each ArcGIS Desktop application has a core function:

1. ArcMap is the primary tool for 2D spatial visualization and analysis of geographic data.
2. ArcCatalog is designed for organizing, managing, and administering geospatial data sources and metadata.
3. ArcScene specializes in 3D mapping, visualization, and analysis of terrain and 3D features.
4. ArcGlobe provides a global, immersive 3D view of geographic data, similar to Google Earth's interface and functionality.

Answer:

visualization and analysis — 1. ArcMap
data management and administration — 2. ArcCatalog
3d mapping and analysis — 3. ArcScene
similar to Google Earth — 4. ArcGlobe