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photoreception

English

Etymology

photo- +? reception

Noun

photoreception (usually uncountable, plural photoreceptions)

  1. (biology) the absorption of light energy by plants and animals, and its utilization for biologically important purposes

See also

  • photorespiration
  • photosynthesis
  • phototropism

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photoreceptive

English

Etymology

photo- +? receptive

Adjective

photoreceptive (not comparable)

  1. (biology) Absorbing and using light, especially for sensory purposes

Derived terms

  • photoreceptivity

Related terms

  • photoreception
  • photoreceptor
  • photosensitive

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