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/ˌfəʊtə(ʊ)ɹɪˈsɛpʃn̩/ · noun
(biology) The absorption of light energy by plants and animals, and its utilization for biologically important purposes.
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Photoreception means (biology) The absorption of light energy by plants and animals, and its utilization for biologically important purposes.
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