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function

See Also: function chain, tool

  1. [analysis/geoprocessing] An operation. In GIS, functions include data input, editing, and management; data query, analysis, and visualization; and output operations.
  2. [analysis/geoprocessing] Processing operation applied to rasters or mosaic datasets. Can be applied in an order defined by a function chain.