# ``ctd_turbidity_raw``
## Properties
:dimensions: N_PROF, N_LEVELS
:dtype: float64
## Default Attributes
| Attribute | Value |
|-----|-----|
|``whp_name`` | ``CTDTURB`` |
|``whp_unit`` | ``VOLTS`` |
|``units`` | ``volts`` |
|``C_format`` | ``%9.4f`` |
|``C_format_source`` | ``database`` |
## Description
Turbidity describes the light scattered back (or passed though depending on units) depending on particle loading in the water. It is a dimensionless quantity.