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Appendix Two: Template used for the Metadata Sheets for New Zealand Marine Classifications
| Classification Title. | Commonly used name or summary reference for the classification system |
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Keywords. Type 1. Type 11. |
There are two types of keywords. Type I keywords are selected words selected from the attached pick list. Type II keywords are optional extra words that are used if necessary. There is no pick list for Type II words. |
| Abstract. | This is a brief description of the classification system |
| Geographical coverage. | Area to which the classification or spatial framework applies or could apply. |
| Status/currency. | Options are complete; in progress; and planned. |
Technical Evaluation
| Scale of use. | Scale at which the spatial framework or classification system may operate. |
| GIS compatibility. | Whether the system can be used on GIS. |
| Contributing databases and relationships | The databases that contribute information to the classification system or spatial framework. |
| Available formats for users. | Identifies whether the classification or spatial framework is available in hard copy and/or electronic format. |
| Access constraints. | Identifies whether the classification or spatial framework is freely available for use or whether access is restricted in way (legal or financial). |
| Contact person. | |
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Address Phone Fax |
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| References. |
Type I keywords
Marine, coastal, terrestrial
New Zealand mainland; New Zealand EEZ; New Zealand territorial sea; New Zealand offshore islands
Estuaries; open coast; lagoons; continental shelf; offshore; water column; beaches
Supratidal, intertidal, subtidal; benthic; demersal
Biogeography, biogeographical regions/districts
Species, habitats, biological communities, biological assemblages
Distribution, abundance, status; maps
Physical processes, topography, bathymetry, sediment types, physical parameters, geomorphology