Question

What is the property of a living organis, to emit light called?

Answer 1

Bioluminescence:

1. Bioluminescence is defined as the generation and emission of light from a living organism.
2. The light is emitted as a result of a chemical reaction that occurs within the organism.
3. It occurs due to the oxidation of a bioluminescent compound.
4. It enables the organisms to protect themselves from predators as well as navigate their path in the dark surroundings.
5. This physiological phenomenon is prevalent in various marine animals, invertebrates like algae, diatoms, fireflies, etc.