Associations to the word «Photic»

Wiktionary

PHOTIC, adjective. Of, related to, or irradiated by light; especially describing that part of the near-surface ocean is which photosynthesis is possible
PHOTIC SNEEZE REFLEX, noun. A condition of uncontrollable sneezing in response to numerous stimuli, including bright light.
PHOTIC ZONE, noun. That part of the near-surface body of an ocean or lake that receives enough sunlight for photosynthesis to be possible

Dictionary definition

PHOTIC, adjective. Of or relating to or caused by light.

Wise words

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