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    Use ABCD EFG

    This page contains general information about how to use the ABCD EFG standard for paleo data, and also aggregates links to additional resources with more specific information.

    Updated: September 15, 2025

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    Cite this page: Use ABCD EFG. (2025, September 15). Paleo Data Knowledge Hub. https://paleo-data.github.io/knowledge-hub/how-to-guides/use-abcd-efg

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