Question

Define biosphere. Why is it important for us?
4. Explain with the help of an example how physical and biological components of the environment are
interdependent.​

Answer 1

The biosphere is defined as the zone where both living organisms and the products of their activities are found. So it plays an important role to maintain the ecosystems, that is the life of organisms and their mutual interactions. ... Without the biosphere, life on Earth as we know it would not exist.The biosphere is as important as life itself because it is all of life. Without the biosphere, the Earth would be a lifeless planet such as Mars or Venus. ... Humans can have a huge impact on the biosphere, in both good and bad ways. The growth of the human population on Earth means there is less room for other species.

Physical and biological components of the environment interdependent. ... 1, sun is the example of a physical environment and we all are dependent on Sun directly or indirectly for our survival hence we biological component of environment is dependent on sun(physical component).Physical environment consist of all non-living things like water,air. whereas biological environment consists of living things like plants and animals..The biological components of the environment are the living organisms, such as animals, plants, bacteria, fungus, etc. These are often referred to as biotic factors. The physical components of the environment are the non living things, such as soil, water, rocks, etc. These are often referred to as abiotic factors.

Answer 2

1) The biosphere is defined as the zone where both living organisms and the products of their activities are found. So it plays an important role to maintain the ecosystems, that is the life of organisms and their mutual interactions. ... Without the biosphere, life on Earth as we know it would not exist.

4) Their environment consists of physical factors—such as soil, air, and temperature—and also of other organisms. Interdependence of Living Things. All living things depend on their environment to supply them with what they need, including food, water, and shelter