Journal of Geology & Geophysics
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Natural Environment

Natural environment means the naturally occurring non-artificial surroundings and conditions in which all living and non-living things exist on Earth. This concept of natural environment comprises of ecological units such as soil, vegetation etc and universal natural resources such as air, water etc.  The term is most often applied to the Earth or some parts of Earth. This environment involves the interaction of all living species, climate, weather and natural resources that affect human survival and economic activity.