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photic

pho·tic [ fṓtik ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. of light: relating to light, especially when produced by living organisms

2. of ocean depth where photosynthesis occurs: describes the area of the ocean where light penetrates and photosynthesis occurs

[Mid-19th century. < Greek phōt- "light"]
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