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    "descript": "These data were collected as part of a survey of the bottom sediments of Georges Bank.  The purpose of the survey was to provide basic data for use in studying the relationships between substrate composition and the occurrence of benthic animals, especially those which are common foods of fishes.  Particle size composition was the principal sediment character that was studied.",
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            "name": "Kelley, John T.",
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        {
            "name": "Belknap, D. F.",
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            "name": "Ward, Larry G.",
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