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biosphere

 

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Noun biosphere has 1 sense
  1. biosphere - the regions of the surface and atmosphere of the Earth (or other planet) where living organisms exist
    --1 is a kind of
    region, part
    --1 is a part of planet

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Biosphere

Definition:

The biosphere refers to the part of Earth and its atmosphere where living organisms exist. It encompasses all ecosystems and living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

Senses:

Sense 1:

A global ecological system integrating all living beings and their relationships, including their interaction with the hydrosphere, lithosphere, and atmosphere.

Example:

The biosphere plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

Sense 2:

A specific region or ecosystem with its distinct characteristics and species.

Example:

The Amazon rainforest is considered a highly diverse biosphere with an extensive range of plant and animal species.

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