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ecosphere

noun·Reference

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The portion of the atmosphere from sea-level to about 4000 meters in which it is possible to breathe without technological assistance.

Other meanings

2. noun

The biosphere.

3. noun

A self-sustaining (usually aquatic) ecosystem housed in a small glass container.

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