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photic
1. Relating to light, especially when produced by living organisms.
2. In ecology, relating to or used to describe the area of the ocean where light penetrates and photosynthesis occurs.
2. In ecology, relating to or used to describe the area of the ocean where light penetrates and photosynthesis occurs.
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photo-, phot-, -photic
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(Greek: light; ultraviolet and infrared radiation; radiant energy)
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A reference to a zone, or space, within lakes or oceans that is penetrated by sunlight.
The lower limit of this zone depends on the particles in suspension in the water. In the open sea, it typically extends down to about 200 meters (656 feet).
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Ocean and Deep Sea Terms
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