Gaia hypothesis
nameEtymology
Coined by American scientist James Lovelock in reference to the Greek goddess Gaia.
- derived from goddess Gaia
Definitions
The idea that both the biosphere and the inorganic components of Earth interact to form a…
The idea that both the biosphere and the inorganic components of Earth interact to form a coherent, complex system that allows for life to persist.
The neighborhood
Vish — recursive loop
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