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Bioluminescence
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the light produced by by living organisms as a result of biochemical reactions, often used for communication, attracting prey, or camouflage
Examples
The glow-worm's bioluminescence attracts mates by emitting a soft green light from its tail, visible in the darkness of the forest.
Deep-sea fish use bioluminescence as a form of camouflage, emitting light to match the faint glow of sunlight filtering down from above, masking their silhouettes from predators below.
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