cyanophoric

/saɪˈænoʊfɔːrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by cyanobacteria

“The cyanophoric algae in the lake were found to produce toxic compounds.”

2. adjective

having the ability to convert light into chemical energy, as in the process of photosynthesis

“Cyanobacteria are cyanophoric organisms that play a vital role in the global carbon cycle.”

Synonyms

  • blue-green
  • cyanobacterial

Antonyms

  • chemoheterotrophic
  • heterotrophic