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chemosynthesis

/tɛməʊˈsɪnθɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does chemosynthesis mean?

noun

The process by which certain microorganisms, such as bacteria and archaea, convert chemical energy into biological energy, often in the absence of sunlight.

Example

"The chemosynthetic bacteria in the deep-sea vents were able to thrive in the harsh environment."

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