chemiphotic

/tʃɛmɪˈfoʊtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to the chemical and photic zones of a body of water, especially in relation to the distribution of light and nutrients.

“The chemiphotic conditions of the lake made it an ideal environment for algae growth.”

Synonyms

  • chemo-phototic
  • optico-chemical
  • photo-chemical

Antonyms

  • bathypelagic
  • trophic