Natural Environment

Definition

The natural environment refers to the setting in which organisms naturally live and interact with one another, without any human-made alterations or interventions.

Related terms

Built Environment: The man-made or human-altered surroundings that provide the setting for human activities.

Habitat: The specific place or type of environment in which an organism lives and meets its basic needs.

Ecosystem: A community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.