A transect is a path along which one records and counts occurrences of the phenomena of study (e.g. plants noting each instance). So yes, it it is a line.
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A transect is a line that is used to sample or study a specific area, ecosystem, or population. It helps researchers gather data across the specified length or width of an area, rather than just a single point.
A transect can be used when the habitats and populations of an area show transitions in variation. A transect is laid down. The plant species present along the transect is recorded along with the abiotic factors of the environment.
It means cut crossways.
A mile is the length of a line, square miles are the measure of area, typically of a square or rectangle
The suspension line length can be calculated using the Pythagorean theorem. The length of the suspension line is the square root of the difference of the square of the diameter and the square of the distance from the parachute to the center of the diameter. In this case, it is √(15^2 - 8^2) = √(225 - 64) = √161 ≈ 12.69 ft.
A land use transect map displays a range of different types of land uses across a geographic area, typically organized in a gradient from rural to urban. This map helps planners and policymakers understand the distribution and intensity of development patterns in a community. It can be used to inform decision-making for zoning regulations, development projects, and sustainability initiatives.