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'''Geographical Names Database'''
 
'''Geographical Names Database'''
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Provide the name of the database and the date searched in subfield $a. In subfield $b provide names given for the entity, feature designation or class (e.g., ADM1, PPL, civil) coordinates, and name of larger place if appropriate. (Other relevant information may also be provided.)Variant names (including non-roman script names) may be given in a single listing as shown below. If possible, use the degree sign (not
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Provide the name of the database and the date searched in subfield $a. <span style="color:red>The name of the database may be cited as an acronym or in full.</span> In subfield $b provide names given for the entity, feature designation or class (e.g., ADM1, PPL, civil) coordinates, and name of larger place if appropriate. (Other relevant information may also be provided.)
superscript zero) to show degrees, use the modifier letter prime for minutes and the modifer letter double prime for seconds.
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<span style="color:red>When recording the feature designation or class, it is acceptable to use either the code (e.g., PPL) or its spelled-out form (e.g., populated place). For foreign names, convey the name type (e.g., conventional, approved, short, etc.) within brackets or parentheses after the name. Repeat the brackets or parentheses after each name of this type.</span> Variant names (including non-roman script names) may be given in a single listing as shown below.  
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If possible, use the degree sign (not superscript zero) to show degrees, use the modifier letter prime for minutes and the modifier letter double prime for seconds.
    
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