Q124
Biosphere is
A.
Area occupied by living beings
AnswerB.
Plants of the world
C.
Plants of a particular area
D.
Special plants
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Biosphere is Area occupied by living beings.The term "biosphere" was coined by geologist Eduard Suess in 1875, and he defined it as the place on Earth's surface where life dwells.
The biosphere is virtually a closed system about matter, with minimal inputs and outputs. Regarding energy, it is an open system, with photosynthesis capturing solar energy at a rate of around 130 terawatts per year. It can also be termed the zone of life on Earth.