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phototaxis Definition

photo·taxis (fōt′ō tak′sis)

noun

the positive, or negative, response of a freely moving organism toward, or away from, light

Etymology: ModL: see photo- & -taxis

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phototaxis Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • show: Discover whether maggots show phototaxis, photokinesis, or both.