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Maximum gradient values (MGV) for vertical gradient check.
| Variables | MGV (depth ≤ 400 m) | MGV (depth > 400 m) |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature (°C) | 0.8 | 0.25 |
| Salinity (psu) | 0.15 | 0.04 |
| DO (µmol/L) | 1.54 | 1.33 |
| Silicate (µmol/L) | 1.18 | 0.44 |
| Nitrate (µmol/L) | 0.37 | 0.1 |
| Phosphate (µmol/L) | 0.02 | 0.0075 |
