photic

photic definition - medical

pho·tic (fōˈtĭk)

adjective
  1. Of or relating to light.
  2. Penetrated by or receiving light.
  3. Designating or relating to the layer of a body of water that is penetrated by sufficient sunlight for photosynthesis.

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