Bathymetry
Layer Info
Category Environmental conditions
Editable No
Data Source EMODnet-Bathymetry
Values
10-20 meters
20-40 meters
40-100 meters
100-250 meters
250-500 meters
500-1000 meters
more than 1000 meters

Description:

Bathymetry is the underwater equivalent to hypsometry or topography. Bathymetric (or hydrographic) charts are typically produced to support safety of surface or sub-surface navigation, and usually show seafloor relief or terrain as contour lines (called depth contours or isobaths).

MSP Challenge 2050:

Bathymetry is a static data layer providing general indications of water depth in a particular area.

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