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[data conversion, coordinate systems]
The process of converting the coordinates in a map or image from one coordinate system to another, typically through rotation and rescaling. Coordinate transformation typically involves mathematical calculations and algorithms to convert the coordinates accurately, and may include projection transformation, geographic transformation, and georeferencing.