The Earth's Biosphere: Evolution and Dynamics

The biosphere, which is also known as the ecosphere, is the global sum of all ecosystems. It can also be characterized as the closed system on earth which is the zone of life, and a system which is largely self-regulating. Earth's biosphere is an ecological system that integrates all living beings and their relationships. It also includes their interactions with the elements of the lithosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere. The biosphere is divided into a variety of biomes on the b...