Google Model

Key Terms for Google Earth and Google Sketch-up

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Edge or Line

Geometry that divides and borders faces.

Face or Polygon (Poly)

A two-sided, flat surface bound by at least three lines.

Google Earth

Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings and even explore galaxies in the Sky. You can explore rich geographical content, save your toured places and share with others.

Google Sketch Up

Google SketchUp is software that you can use to create, modify and share 3D models. It's easier to learn than other 3D modeling programs

Model

A Three Dimensional representation of a person or thing or of a proposed structure, typically on a smaller scale

Modeling

The art of making Three Dimensional models

Geo-Reference

A specific place on earth

Save

To store or preserve

Save as

To store memory in a file

Texture or Material

Images or colors that are applied to faces.

Low Poly

Using a minimal number of edges and faces to limit file size and
increase computer performance.

File Size

The amount of space your file uses on your computer. Models
must be under 10MB to be uploaded to the 3D Warehouse.


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