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4.5 Conclusion
This study demonstrated the power of geospatial technology in solving and manag-
ing environmental and natural resource related issues. Geospatial technology allows
effective organization of complex geospatial data, quick visualization of spatial data
and related tabular data, and comprehensive analysis of issues and challenges in
a spatial context. The availability of geospatial technologies, especially geospatial
modeling and visualization, can improve decision-making for a variety of environ-
mental and natural resource issues. Geospatial techniques no doubt will be used
more in the management, research, education, and other applications in parks and
other places as time goes on.
Acknowledgments We are grateful to the personnel of the Mammoth Cave National Park and
students from Volunteer State Community College who provided field assistance. The chestnut
inventory at Mammoth Cave National Park was financially supported by the National Park Service
and The American Chestnut Foundation.
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