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euphotic

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eu⋅pho⋅tic

  [yoo-foh-tik]
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–adjective
noting or pertaining to the layer or zone of sea water that receives enough sunlight for photosynthesis to occur, varying greatly with season and latitude, from 0 to 1200 feet (0–360 m).
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eu·phot·ic   (yōō-fŏt'ĭk)   
adj.  Of, relating to, or being the uppermost layer of a body of water that receives sufficient light for photosynthesis and the growth of green plants.
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euphotic   (y-fŏt'ĭk)  Pronunciation Key 
See photic.
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