Definitions
set of metadata elements grouping elements covering the different aspects of the resources
set of one or more base standards or subsets of base standards, and, where applicable, the identification of chosen clauses, classes, options and parameters of those base standards, that are necessary for accomplishing a particular function [ISO 19106]
identifiable asset or means that fulfils a requirement [ISO 19115-1:2014]
EXAMPLE Dataset, dataset series, service, document, initiative, software, person or organization.
=== Service ]]
distinct part of the functionality that is provided by an entity through interfaces [adapted from ISO/IEC TR 14252]
=== Tile ]]
spatial subset of geographic data [ISO 19115:2003]
Note: spatio-temporal tiles could be found, for example for METOC use cases.
