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bioluminescence, n light produced by living organisms, such as fireflies, some bacteria, and some deep-sea fish, via chemical reactions. Most cells have low-level bioluminescence.
bioluminescence chemoluminescence occurring in living cells.
bioluminescence Emission of light by living organisms, e.g. firefly, certain fungi, etc. See luminescence. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Scientists also theorize that some deep-sea species use bioluminescence for reproduction or to escape predators. Photorhabdus organisms are [gamma]-proteobacteria that display the curious property of bioluminescence (they glow in the dark); 3 species are currently recognized: P. ``I saw a few crabs by the pier, and I saw bioluminescence,'' said Amanda Orosco, 11, who participated in the night dive. |
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