IGSN Metadata Profiles
The table below shows all metadata that can be accommodated in an IGSN Metadata Profile and for which sample types these metadata should be provided.
| Metadata Item | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Sample Name | Personal or institutional name of the sample. | "HAW1998/3" |
| Object Type | Type of object that this metadata record describes. | "Core"; "Dredge" |
| Material | Material that the sample primarily consists of. | "Rock"; "Sediment" |
| Field Name (Informal Classification) | Informal classification of the sample. | "Basalt"; "Mud" |
| Classification | Formal classification of the sample. | "Igneous > volcanic > mafic" |
| Sample Description |
