light reaction
noun
: the phase of photosynthesis that requires the presence of light and that involves photophosphorylation
Examples of light reaction in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Visitors have the chance to kayak, and are also encouraged to swim and splash around in the water in order to trigger the light reactions.
—
Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
Dictionary Entries Near light reaction
Cite this Entry
“Light reaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/light%20reaction. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share