English word biosphere comes from English bio- (Life. Organic life.), English -sphere
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
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bio- | English (eng) | Life. Organic life. |
-sphere | English (eng) | (mathematics) Used to form nouns indicating a sphere of x dimensions. Designating some layer of the Earth. |
biosphere | English (eng) | The part of the Earth and its atmosphere capable of supporting life. The totality of living organisms and their environment. |