eu|phot|ic layer

eu|phot|ic layer
eu|phot|ic layer or eu|phot|ic zone «yoo FOT ihk»,
the relatively thin surface of a body of water that receives sunlight and in which photosynthesis and consequent production of organic matter can take place: »

During the summer in these latitudes, the euphotic zone is steadily depleted of nutrient, and this limits the production (New Scientist).

[< eu- + Greek phôs, phōtós light + English -ic]

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