Description:
I updated the documentation regarding sediment samples with missing depth information as per email.
Suggested updated text:
NOTE:
For sediment samples:
For sediment samples, if the top slice depth is missing (i.e., sliceup = -1), there should not be multiple grab samples for the same latitude, longitude, and time. Multiple samples at the same location and time likely indicate a core was taken, but slice top and bottom information is missing. In such cases, these records should be flagged for review and excluded from analysis until complete depth information is provided.
Tasks:
[x] Update the README.md file with the new note
Benefits:
This update will improve clarity for data managers and users, ensuring more consistent handling of sediment sample data and preventing potential misinterpretation of incomplete data.
Description: I updated the documentation regarding sediment samples with missing depth information as per email.
Suggested updated text: NOTE: For sediment samples: For sediment samples, if the top slice depth is missing (i.e., sliceup = -1), there should not be multiple grab samples for the same latitude, longitude, and time. Multiple samples at the same location and time likely indicate a core was taken, but slice top and bottom information is missing. In such cases, these records should be flagged for review and excluded from analysis until complete depth information is provided.
Tasks:
Benefits: This update will improve clarity for data managers and users, ensuring more consistent handling of sediment sample data and preventing potential misinterpretation of incomplete data.