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-====== Glossary ======+======Glossary======
  
-Please define any terms you feel need a definition here. +Please define any terms you feel need a definition here. 
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 +===== General terms from this wiki===== 
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 +== Sample == 
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 +== Stakeholders == 
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 +== Data Manager == 
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 +== Data curator == 
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 +== Data infrastructure == 
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 +===== Categories from the metadata keyword mapping =====
  
 == Research Project / Sensor Network == == Research Project / Sensor Network ==
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 == Methodology == == Methodology ==
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 A systematic approach (sometimes a workflow) to investigating phenomena, acquiring knowledge, and testing hypotheses through observation, experimentation, and analysis. It follows structured steps, including problem identification, hypothesis formulation, data collection, experimentation, and conclusion drawing, ensuring objectivity and reproducibility in scientific research. A systematic approach (sometimes a workflow) to investigating phenomena, acquiring knowledge, and testing hypotheses through observation, experimentation, and analysis. It follows structured steps, including problem identification, hypothesis formulation, data collection, experimentation, and conclusion drawing, ensuring objectivity and reproducibility in scientific research.
  
-measured Parameters+== measured Parameters == 
 Quantifiable physical, chemical, or biological variables observed and recorded in scientific research to describe phenomena, test hypotheses, and ensure reproducibility. Examples include temperature, pressure, pH, concentration, velocity, and radiation levels, depending on the scientific discipline. Quantifiable physical, chemical, or biological variables observed and recorded in scientific research to describe phenomena, test hypotheses, and ensure reproducibility. Examples include temperature, pressure, pH, concentration, velocity, and radiation levels, depending on the scientific discipline.
  
-measured attribute+== measured attribute == 
 A specific characteristic or property of a measured parameter that provides additional descriptive or qualitative information. Examples include unit of measurement (e.g., Celsius for temperature), accuracy, precision, detection limit, and measurement method. A specific characteristic or property of a measured parameter that provides additional descriptive or qualitative information. Examples include unit of measurement (e.g., Celsius for temperature), accuracy, precision, detection limit, and measurement method.
  
-measured unit+== measured unit == 
 A standardized quantity used to express a measured parameter, ensuring consistency and comparability in scientific research. Examples include meters (m) for length, kilograms (kg) for mass, seconds (s) for time, and pascals (Pa) for pressure, as defined by the International System of Units (SI). A standardized quantity used to express a measured parameter, ensuring consistency and comparability in scientific research. Examples include meters (m) for length, kilograms (kg) for mass, seconds (s) for time, and pascals (Pa) for pressure, as defined by the International System of Units (SI).
-measured Object / Medium+ 
 +== measured Object / Medium == 
 The physical entity or substance on which scientific measurements are performed to obtain data about its properties, behavior, or composition. Examples include air (for atmospheric studies), wa-ter (for hydrological analysis), soil (for environmental monitoring), or a biological specimen (for laboratory testing). The physical entity or substance on which scientific measurements are performed to obtain data about its properties, behavior, or composition. Examples include air (for atmospheric studies), wa-ter (for hydrological analysis), soil (for environmental monitoring), or a biological specimen (for laboratory testing).
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 For references, definitions related to measured objects and media can often be found in ISO 19156:2011 (Geographic Information – Observations and Measurements, https://cdn.standards.iteh.ai/samples/82463/9dbb951fe5f44d95ab95b7f005d86a75/ISO-19156-2023.pdf) and OGC Observations and Measurements (O&M) standards (http://www.opengis.net/doc/as/om/3.0). For references, definitions related to measured objects and media can often be found in ISO 19156:2011 (Geographic Information – Observations and Measurements, https://cdn.standards.iteh.ai/samples/82463/9dbb951fe5f44d95ab95b7f005d86a75/ISO-19156-2023.pdf) and OGC Observations and Measurements (O&M) standards (http://www.opengis.net/doc/as/om/3.0).
-Scientific Instruments+ 
 +== Scientific Instruments == 
 A device or tool designed to observe, measure, or analyze physical, chemical, or biological phe-nomena with precision and accuracy. Examples include microscopes (for magnification), spectrom-eters (for chemical analysis), and seismometers (for earthquake detection). A device or tool designed to observe, measure, or analyze physical, chemical, or biological phe-nomena with precision and accuracy. Examples include microscopes (for magnification), spectrom-eters (for chemical analysis), and seismometers (for earthquake detection).
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 For references, definitions can be found in ISO 80000 (Quantities and Units) and ISO 17025 (Gen-eral Requirements for Testing and Calibration Laboratories), as well as in OGC SensorML (Sensor Model Language, https://www.ogc.org/publications/standard/sensorml/) standards.  For references, definitions can be found in ISO 80000 (Quantities and Units) and ISO 17025 (Gen-eral Requirements for Testing and Calibration Laboratories), as well as in OGC SensorML (Sensor Model Language, https://www.ogc.org/publications/standard/sensorml/) standards. 
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 Example: Thermometer, Mass Spectrometer Example: Thermometer, Mass Spectrometer
  
-sampleID+== sampleID == 
 SampleID: A unique identifier assigned to a physical sample to ensure traceability and interoperability in scientific research. An example is the International Geo Sample Number (IGSN), a globally unique identifier used to register and link geological, environmental, and biological samples across databases. SampleID: A unique identifier assigned to a physical sample to ensure traceability and interoperability in scientific research. An example is the International Geo Sample Number (IGSN), a globally unique identifier used to register and link geological, environmental, and biological samples across databases.
 ID to identify and / or locate the physical sample. ID to identify and / or locate the physical sample.
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 Example IGSN or institutional ID Example IGSN or institutional ID
  
-Event+== Event == 
 Event (Earthquake/Tsunami Context): A sudden natural occurrence resulting from geological or oceanographic processes, characterized by a specific time, location, magnitude, and impact. Examples include an earthquake, caused by seismic activity along faults, and a tsunami, triggered by underwater disturbances such as earthquakes or landslides. Event (Earthquake/Tsunami Context): A sudden natural occurrence resulting from geological or oceanographic processes, characterized by a specific time, location, magnitude, and impact. Examples include an earthquake, caused by seismic activity along faults, and a tsunami, triggered by underwater disturbances such as earthquakes or landslides.
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 Event or incident which was measured, or which influenced the measurement. Event or incident which was measured, or which influenced the measurement.
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 Example: Earthquake, Tsunami Example: Earthquake, Tsunami
  
-Geographic Feature+== Geographic Feature == 
 A natural or human-made object on the Earth's surface that can be represented spatially, such as mountains, rivers, buildings, or roads. These features can be described by their location, shape, and attributes in geographic information systems (GIS). A natural or human-made object on the Earth's surface that can be represented spatially, such as mountains, rivers, buildings, or roads. These features can be described by their location, shape, and attributes in geographic information systems (GIS).
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 Geographic feature describing, where a sample was taken, or where an event occured. Geographic feature describing, where a sample was taken, or where an event occured.
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 Example: volcano, valley, sea floor, mid ocean ridge Example: volcano, valley, sea floor, mid ocean ridge
  
-Material & Sample Type+== Material & Sample Type == 
 Material: A substance or mixture of substances with specific physical, chemical, or biological properties, used or studied in scientific research (e.g., water, rock, metal, or biological tissue). Material: A substance or mixture of substances with specific physical, chemical, or biological properties, used or studied in scientific research (e.g., water, rock, metal, or biological tissue).
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 Sample Type: A specific subset or representation of a material collected for analysis, testing, or experimentation, often categorized by origin, state, or intended study (e.g., soil core, plant root, or marine sediment).  Sample Type: A specific subset or representation of a material collected for analysis, testing, or experimentation, often categorized by origin, state, or intended study (e.g., soil core, plant root, or marine sediment). 
 For references, definitions related to materials and sample types can be found in ISO 11074 (Soil Quality – Vocabulary), ISO 15189 (Medical Laboratories – Requirements for Quality and Competence), and IGSN (International Geo Sample Number) standards. For references, definitions related to materials and sample types can be found in ISO 11074 (Soil Quality – Vocabulary), ISO 15189 (Medical Laboratories – Requirements for Quality and Competence), and IGSN (International Geo Sample Number) standards.
  
 +== Data & Format ==
  
-Data & Format 
 Data Format: A structured way of encoding and organizing data for storage, processing, and exchange, ensuring interoperability and readability by software systems.  Data Format: A structured way of encoding and organizing data for storage, processing, and exchange, ensuring interoperability and readability by software systems. 
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 Examples include CSV (Comma-Separated Values), JSON (JavaScript Object Notation), XML (Extensible Markup Language), and NetCDF (Network Common Data Form). Examples include CSV (Comma-Separated Values), JSON (JavaScript Object Notation), XML (Extensible Markup Language), and NetCDF (Network Common Data Form).
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 For references, definitions related to data formats can be found in ISO 19118 (Geographic Information – Encoding), ISO/IEC 2382 (Information Technology – Vocabulary), and OGC Standards (e.g., GeoJSON, GML, and WMS formats). For references, definitions related to data formats can be found in ISO 19118 (Geographic Information – Encoding), ISO/IEC 2382 (Information Technology – Vocabulary), and OGC Standards (e.g., GeoJSON, GML, and WMS formats).
  
-Process & Phenomena+== Process & Phenomena == 
 Process: A series of actions, reactions, or changes occurring in a system over time, leading to a specific outcome (e.g., sediment transport in rivers, photosynthesis in plants, or volcanic eruptions).  Process: A series of actions, reactions, or changes occurring in a system over time, leading to a specific outcome (e.g., sediment transport in rivers, photosynthesis in plants, or volcanic eruptions). 
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 Phenomena: Observable events or occurrences in nature or science that can be studied and measured, often resulting from physical, chemical, or biological processes (e.g., earthquakes, climate change, or electromagnetic waves).  Phenomena: Observable events or occurrences in nature or science that can be studied and measured, often resulting from physical, chemical, or biological processes (e.g., earthquakes, climate change, or electromagnetic waves). 
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 For references, definitions related to data formats can be found in ISO 19118 (Geographic Information – Encoding), ISO/IEC 2382 (Information Technology – Vocabulary), and OGC Standards (e.g., GeoJSON, GML, and WMS formats).  For references, definitions related to data formats can be found in ISO 19118 (Geographic Information – Encoding), ISO/IEC 2382 (Information Technology – Vocabulary), and OGC Standards (e.g., GeoJSON, GML, and WMS formats). 
  
-Human Impact & Land Use+== Human Impact & Land Use == 
 Human Impact: The effect of human activities on the environment, ecosystems, and natural resources, including deforestation, pollution, urbanization, and climate change.  Human Impact: The effect of human activities on the environment, ecosystems, and natural resources, including deforestation, pollution, urbanization, and climate change. 
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 Land Use: The way land is utilized and managed by humans for specific purposes, such as agriculture, urban development, forestry, conservation, and industry.  Land Use: The way land is utilized and managed by humans for specific purposes, such as agriculture, urban development, forestry, conservation, and industry. 
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 For references, definitions can be found in ISO 19144-2 (Geographic Information – Classification Systems – Part 2: Land Cover Meta-Language), FAO Land Use Classification standards, and IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) reports on human impact on ecosystems.  For references, definitions can be found in ISO 19144-2 (Geographic Information – Classification Systems – Part 2: Land Cover Meta-Language), FAO Land Use Classification standards, and IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) reports on human impact on ecosystems. 
  
-Software+== Software == 
 Software: A set of instructions, programs, and data that enable a computer or system to perform specific tasks, including operating systems, applications, and utilities. It can be categorized into system software (e.g., Windows, Linux), application software (e.g., GIS tools, word processors), and middleware (e.g., API frameworks). Software: A set of instructions, programs, and data that enable a computer or system to perform specific tasks, including operating systems, applications, and utilities. It can be categorized into system software (e.g., Windows, Linux), application software (e.g., GIS tools, word processors), and middleware (e.g., API frameworks).
-ISO/IEC/IEEE 24765:2010(en) Systems and software engineering — Vocabulary: https://www.iso.org/obp/ui/#iso:std:iso-iec-ieee:24765:ed-1:v1:en 
  
-Date/Time+References: ISO/IEC/IEEE 24765:2010(en) Systems and software engineering — Vocabulary: https://www.iso.org/obp/ui/#iso:std:iso-iec-ieee:24765:ed-1:v1:en 
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 +== Date/Time == 
 Date/Time: A standardized representation of a specific point or duration in time, typically expressed in formats such as YYYY-MM-DD (date) or HH:MM:SS (time), often linked to time zones and reference systems like UTC (Coordinated Universal Time).  Date/Time: A standardized representation of a specific point or duration in time, typically expressed in formats such as YYYY-MM-DD (date) or HH:MM:SS (time), often linked to time zones and reference systems like UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). 
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 Reference: ISO 8601:2019. https://www.iso.org/standard/70907.html Reference: ISO 8601:2019. https://www.iso.org/standard/70907.html
  
-Epoch+== Epoch == 
 Epoch (Geological/Historical Context): A division of geological or historical time characterized by significant events, environmental conditions, or cultural developments. In geology, an epoch is a subdivision of a period (e.g., Holocene Epoch of the Quaternary Period), while in history, it marks a distinct era (e.g., Bronze Age or Renaissance). Epoch (Geological/Historical Context): A division of geological or historical time characterized by significant events, environmental conditions, or cultural developments. In geology, an epoch is a subdivision of a period (e.g., Holocene Epoch of the Quaternary Period), while in history, it marks a distinct era (e.g., Bronze Age or Renaissance).
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 Reference: International Commission on Stratigraphy (ICS) - Geologic Time Scale: Reference: International Commission on Stratigraphy (ICS) - Geologic Time Scale:
 "An epoch is a unit of geological time that is shorter than a period and longer than an age, defined by significant changes in Earth's history." "An epoch is a unit of geological time that is shorter than a period and longer than an age, defined by significant changes in Earth's history."
  
-Species+== Species == 
 The scientific designation of a species, composed of a binomial nomenclature (genus + specific epithet), following taxonomic classification rules (e.g., Homo sapiens for humans). The scientific designation of a species, composed of a binomial nomenclature (genus + specific epithet), following taxonomic classification rules (e.g., Homo sapiens for humans).
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 Reference: According to International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN) & International Code of Nomenclature for algae, fungi, and plants (ICN). Reference: According to International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN) & International Code of Nomenclature for algae, fungi, and plants (ICN).
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