bioluminescence

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What is bioluminescence?

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Bioluminescence is the ability of living organisms to produce light.

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Where can you see bioluminescence?

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You can see bioluminescence in some rivers, lakes, oceans, beaches, and on some marine reptiles.

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What types of animals can show bioluminescence?

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Some water animals, fireflies, and jellyfish can show bioluminescence.

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True or False: Bioluminescence can only be seen in water animals.

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False. Bioluminescence can be found in some land animals too.

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True or False: Some animals are born with bioluminescence.

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True. Some animals are born with the ability to produce light.

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Does bioluminescence exist today?

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Yes, bioluminescence exists today.

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What is an example of a bioluminescent animal?

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An example of a bioluminescent animal is a firefly.

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Can bioluminescence be found in the ocean?

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Yes, bioluminescence can be found in the ocean.

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What is one reason animals use bioluminescence?

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Animals use bioluminescence to attract mates or to scare away predators.

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What color light do most bioluminescent organisms produce?

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Most bioluminescent organisms produce blue or green light.