Map Algebra is the math for raster datasets. The math-like expressions contain operators (for example, Divide
, Equal To
, And
, Over
, and InList
) and functions (for example, Mean
, Con
, Slope
, and Aspect
).
Some Map Algebra operators and functions return logical values: True
(logical value 1
) and False
(logical value 0
). Be aware of NoData
cell values because Map Algebra will not interpret this nonzero value as a true condition.
In this recipe, you will use Map Algebra expressions to identify the suitable sites for fruit orchards and reforestation. You will update the LandUse
raster dataset with the proposed forest and fruit orchard sites using a Map Algebra operator called Over
.