Biophotometer

/ˌbaɪ.oʊ.foʊˈtɑm.ə.tər/ noun

Definition

An instrument that measures the light produced by living organisms, such as bioluminescent creatures.

Etymology

From bio- (life) + photo- (light, from Greek photos) + -meter (measure). A scientific instrument combining biological and optical measurement capabilities.

Kelly Says

A biophotometer can measure how bright a firefly glows or how much light bacteria produce—turning nature's light shows into precise numbers!

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