Category: Everyday Science | Last updated: 2026-09-18

Which unique adaptation allows some deep-sea fish, like the anglerfish, to produce their own light?

A) Bioluminescence
B) Photosynthesis
C) Chemosynthesis
D) Phosphorescence

Explanation

Bioluminescence is the production and emission of light by a living organism. It is common in marine vertebrates and invertebrates, and crucial for hunting, defense, and mating in the deep sea where sunlight doesn't penetrate.

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