Photogene
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfəʊtəʊd͡ʒiːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Photogene is a noun meaning (genetics) A gene involved in photosynthesis.
Meaning
(genetics) A gene involved in photosynthesis.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) A photograph.
- (archaic) An afterimage.
Example Sentences
1864-1898, Herbert Spencer, Principles of Biology In youth , the visual apparatus is so quickly restored to its state of integrity , that many of these photogenes, as they are called , cannot be perceived .
Word Forms
- photogenes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include photogalvanography, graphone, groupie, gazogene, photoglottography, generant.
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