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noctiluca

/ˌnɒk.tɪˈluː.kə/

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noun

/ˌnɒk.tɪˈluː.kə/C2formalscientific
  • ruКрупное морское простейшее, известное своей биолюминесценцией, часто наблюдаемое светящимся в море ночью.

A large marine protozoan known for its bioluminescence, often observed glowing in the sea at night.

  1. Bioluminescent marine protozoanC2formalscientific

    A large, single-celled marine organism that emits a bright blue-green light when disturbed, commonly found in coastal waters.

    ruСветящийся морской простейший

    • The ocean sparkled at night due to millions of noctiluca.
    • Noctiluca blooms can be seen from the shore during summer.
    • Scientists study noctiluca to understand bioluminescence.
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