Biofluorescence
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Biofluorescence is a noun meaning The emission of previously absorbed light by fluorescent proteins in a living organism.
Meaning
The emission of previously absorbed light by fluorescent proteins in a living organism.
Example Sentences
The finding that biofluorescence is phylogenetically widespread and phenotypically variable in marine fishes highlights many interesting new questions as to the role of biofluorescence in groups with advanced visual capability.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include biophosphorescence, bioluminescence, photogenesis, autofluorescence, bioillumination, bioluminance.
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