bioluminescent
/ˌbaɪoʊˌluməˈnɛsənt/
adjective
- Describing an organism or object that produces light through a chemical reaction within its body.
- The bioluminescent mushrooms in the forest looked like tiny stars on the ground.
- Some bioluminescent bacteria are used in scientific research to detect pollution.
- Bioluminescent jellyfish light up the ocean with a blue glow.