Glossary of Terms - E
EC mapping
The use of information on the characteristics of a soil revealed by measuring its electrical conductivity to create a soil map.
EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service)
A satellite-based augmentation system developed by the European Space Agency. EGNOS is the European equivalent to WAAS in the US.
Electromagnetic spectrum
All wavelengths of electromagnetic energy, including visible light, x-rays, ultraviolet rays, infrared light, microwaves, and radio waves.
Extrapolation
A method or technique to extend data or inferences from a known location to another location for which the values are not known.