= Geodetic surveys
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Geodetic surveys are a type of surveying that focuses on measuring large areas of the Earth's surface, taking into account the curvature of the Earth. Unlike traditional land surveys, which often deal with small plots of land, geodetic surveys are designed to gather precise measurements over extensive distances. Key aspects of geodetic surveys include: 1. **Earth's Shape**: The Earth is not a perfect sphere; its shape is more accurately described as an oblate spheroid.
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