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Adjective nonphotosynthetic has 1 sense | ||||
Definitions from the WebNonphotosyntheticDefinition:Adjective Not involving or related to the process of photosynthesis. Sense 1:Adjective Describing organisms or organisms' structures that do not have the ability to produce energy through photosynthesis. Example Sentence: The deep-sea creatures living near hydrothermal vents are often nonphotosynthetic, relying on other sources of energy for survival. Sense 2:Adjective Relating to processes, activities, or industries that do not rely on photosynthesis for their functioning or productivity. Example Sentence: In order to survive in dark caves, certain nonphotosynthetic fungi have evolved to consume organic matter for sustenance. Sense 3:Adjective Characterizing substances or materials that do not undergo or participate in photosynthesis. Example Sentence: The nonphotosynthetic pigment found in certain bacteria absorbs light for energy production instead of relying on photosynthesis. Related Search on Amazon:Nonphotosynthetic OrganismsNonphotosynthetic Fungal Species Nonphotosynthetic Pigment | ||||
nonpayment nonperformance nonperiodic nonpersistent nonperson nonpersonal nonphilosophic nonphilosophical nonphotosynthetic nonphysical nonplayer nonplus nonplused nonplussed nonpoisonous nonpolar nonpolar molecule
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