Definition

The areas of the Earth or other planets where life can exist, including all living things and their environment.

Example

The ecosphere is essential for maintaining the balance of nature.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how our ecosphere supports so many forms of life?

Yeah, it's fascinating how everything is interconnected.

Exactly! It's amazing to think about the balance in our ecosphere.

For sure, protecting it is so important for future generations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Ecosphere** → It is formed from "eco-" (from Greek "oikos", meaning house or environment) and "sphere" (from Greek "sphaira", meaning ball or globe). The word "ecosphere" refers to the global sum of all ecosystems, essentially the environment as a whole, like a globe of life.

Memory Tip

Think of 'oikos' meaning house or environment, and 'sphere' meaning globe. This helps you remember that an ecosphere is like a globe of all living environments.

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