What is another word for bioluminescence?

Pronunciation: [bˌa͡ɪə͡ʊlˌuːmɪnˈɛsəns] (IPA)

Bioluminescence refers to the ability of some living organisms to emit light. There are several synonyms for this phenomenon, including biofluorescence, which is the absorption of light by an organism and its reemission at a longer wavelength. Another synonym is chemiluminescence, which is the production of light from a chemical reaction within an organism's cells. Bioluminescence is also sometimes referred to as biophosphorescence, which is the emission of light without heat. Other synonyms include biogenic luminescence and biolumigenesis, all of which describe the same phenomenon - the production of light by living organisms.

What are the hypernyms for Bioluminescence?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Bioluminescence?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for bioluminescence (as nouns)

Usage examples for Bioluminescence

It is not the purpose of this book to deal with every phase of bioluminescence.
"The Nature of Animal Light"
E. Newton Harvey
Indeed, it is now possible to go much further than this and describe the properties of the photogen, but we must not lose sight of the fact that it was recognized very early in the history of bioluminescence, that water, oxygen, and a photogenic substance were necessary for light production.
"The Nature of Animal Light"
E. Newton Harvey

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