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photophore
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pho·to·phore  (ft-fôr, -fr)
n.
A light-producing organ found especially in marine fishes that emits light from specialized structures or derives light from symbiotic luminescent bacteria.
photophore [ˈfəʊtəˌfɔː]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) Zoology any light-producing organ in animals, esp in certain fishes
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The chemical reaction takes place in organs called photophores near the hatchetfish's belly.
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