Natural Environment
/ˈnætʃərəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The aggregate of physical, biological, and chemical elements and conditions occurring in nature that affect ecosystems, often protected or regulated by law.
Environmental laws aim to preserve the natural environment from pollution and degradation.
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In legal contexts, 'natural environment' often underpins regulatory frameworks for conservation and pollution control, emphasizing inherent ecological systems rather than human-made surroundings.
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