Parameter: sample_type

Master parameters information
Short Name:
 sample_descrip
Short Description:
 sample description
Official Name:
 sample_descrip
No Data Value:
 nd
Description:
 

text description of sample collected

Dataset-parameters information
Supplied Name: 
sample_type
Supplied Units: 
text
Conversion Necessary: 
no
No Data Value: 
nd
Description: 

The type of sample; either BIOSAMPLE or TAKE.

BIOSAMPLE = the sample was taken specifically to test gear effectiveness, and the fisherman did not plan on retaining the catch otherwise.

TAKE = the sample was taken from the portion of the fisherman's catch that would be sold for market value.