What is a Biosphere?

• The Biosphere is a region of the surface, atmosphere, and hydrosphere of the earth occupied by living organisms.

What are Biosphere Reserves?

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Benefits of Biosphere Reserves?

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Three functions of biosphere reserves

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Biosphere Reserves in India

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What is a Biosphere?

What are Biosphere Reserves?

Benefits of Biosphere Reserves?

Three functions of biosphere reserves

Biosphere Reserves in India

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