Photophore

Example:The squid used its bioluminescent photophore to signal to its mate before mating.

Definition:A type of photophore that produces light through the process of bioluminescence, exclusive to marine organisms.

Example:The research vessel used a illumination photophore to illuminate the deep sea to observe bioluminescent creatures.

Definition:A device or substance designed to produce light, often used in undersea research or navigation.

Example:Scientists discovered new species of fish with luminescent photophores that could change color and pattern.

Definition:A type of photophore that emits light through luminescence, which can be chemical, electric, or radioactive.