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Autofluorescence

Definition: Autofluorescence refers to the natural emission of light by biological molecules, such as proteins, without the need for external illumination.

Noun:

Sense 1: The inherent fluorescent properties exhibited by certain substances in living organisms.

Example sentence: The autofluorescence of chlorophyll allows plants to capture sunlight for photosynthesis.

Sense 2: A phenomenon in which certain cells or tissues produce their own fluorescence, often used in biomedical research and diagnostics.

Example sentence: The detection of autofluorescence in cells can aid in the identification of abnormal cellular activity.

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