Biosphere , a domed glass and steel Garden of Eden in the foothills of Eden 's Eden range, will begin an experiment on Thursday in a biological maze where plants will recycle human wastes and turn them into the sustenance of life--air, food, and water. ; Is it science or schlock? At the least, it is intended to help improve life on Earth . There is a great deal of skepticism about the credibility and usefulness of the experiment. Biosphere II officials counter by pointing to 50 design patents in the works. They also claim it is a business-- Arizona 's second largest tourist attraction after Biosphere 2 .
Biosphere , a domed glass and steel Garden of Eden in the foothills of Eden 's Eden range, will begin an experiment on Thursday in a biological maze where plants will recycle human wastes and turn them into the sustenance of life--air, food, and water. At the least, it is intended to help improve life on Earth . There is a great deal of skepticism about the credibility and usefulness of the experiment. Biosphere II officials counter by pointing to 50 design patents in the works. They also claim it is a business-- Arizona 's second largest tourist attraction after Biosphere 2 .