# Gaia hypothesis

> English word · Proper noun

## Definitions
1. The idea that both the biosphere and the inorganic components of Earth interact to form a coherent, complex system that allows for life to persist.

## Etymology
Coined by American scientist James Lovelock in reference to the Greek goddess Gaia.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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