| Mandatory | Repeatable | Data Type | Authority | Level Available | A/V Only | Public Element |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Yes | Variable Character Length (60) | Other Preservation Characteristics Authority List | Item | No | Yes |
| Definition: | Additional information about the physical nature of the archival materials needed for preservation purposes. |
| Purpose: | Defines the physical characteristics of the archival materials, which helps establish preservation, storage, retrieval, reproduction, and use requirements. |
| Relationship: | This element is dependent on Specific Media Type. Each media occurrence of the archival materials must have a specific media type specified to create Other Preservation Characteristics. |
| Guidance: | Choose the correct term from the Other Preservation Characteristics Authority List. |
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