Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anthroposphere
Noun
/ænˈθrɒpəsfɪər/
Definition
The anthroposphere refers to the part of the environment that is influenced or created by human activity.
Examples
- The rapid urbanization of the anthroposphere has led to significant changes in global ecosystems.
- Conservation efforts aim to balance the needs of the anthroposphere with those of the natural environment.
- Studies on climate change often focus on the impacts of the anthroposphere on global warming.
Meaning
It encompasses all the elements of the Earth that have been altered or shaped by human actions, including cities, infrastructure, and cultural landscapes.
Synonyms
- human environment
- built environment
- human-dominated landscape
