Biophotophone

/ˌbaɪ.oʊ.ˈfoʊ.tə.foʊn/ noun

Definition

A device that converts biological light signals or bioluminescence into sound or electrical signals for study.

Etymology

From bio- (life) + photo- (light) + -phone (from Greek phone, sound). A specialized scientific instrument combining biological sensing with signal conversion.

Kelly Says

Imagine turning the language of fireflies into music—a biophotophone could theoretically let you 'hear' the light signals organisms use to communicate!

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