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Clarification on Meaning of Polarity Value "0" in Waveforms+Polarities.py
In the example file Waveforms+Polarities.py I noticed that a polarity value of "0" indicates indeterminate or unpicked polarity. I'm a bit confused, though — could this value also mean that the station lies on a nodal plane? Or is it strictly used for unknown or unpicked polarities? Could you please clarify?
Just a gentle reminder on this question — would appreciate any insights when you have a moment. Thanks!
Hello @Rinku-274 ,
The polarity value used here is essentially a way to exclude the station from the analysis, typically if no reliable first-motion pick was made (or the polarity was not picked for some reason), as opposed to the +1 and -1 which directly reflect the direction of first motion (positive/up, negative/down).
Apologies for the late reply!
Hi @thurinj
Thank you for the clarification. I appreciate your explanation.