= Spatial reference system
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A Spatial Reference System (SRS), also known as a Coordinate Reference System (CRS), is a system that provides a framework for spatial data to be identified, measured, and analyzed. It defines how geographic data is represented in a coordinate system and relates it to real-world locations. Here are some key components and concepts related to spatial reference systems: 1. **Coordinate System**: A spatial reference system uses a coordinate system to specify how points in space are represented.
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