What is mean depth?

Mean depth refers to the average depth of a body of water, such as a lake or ocean. It is calculated by taking the total volume of water and dividing it by the surface area of the body of water. Mean depth is important in understanding the characteristics and properties of bodies of water, such as water circulation, temperature, and the types of organisms that can live in it. It is also commonly used in hydrological and oceanographic studies to understand the overall characteristics of water bodies.