positive phototaxis
[ˈpɑːzətɪv ˌfoʊtoʊˈtæksɪs]
nounpl: positive phototaxes
fototaxia positiva
1. The directed movement of an organism toward a source of light
The positive phototaxis of moths causes them to fly toward artificial light sources at night.
A fototaxia positiva das mariposas as faz voar em direção a fontes de luz artificial à noite.
2. A biological behavior where organisms display attraction and movement toward light stimuli
Many aquatic larvae exhibit positive phototaxis during their early developmental stages.
Muitas larvas aquáticas exibem fototaxia positiva durante seus estágios iniciais de desenvolvimento.
This is a specialized scientific term primarily used in biology, ethology, and zoology. It appears in academic texts, research papers, and educational materials in both Brazil and Portugal. The term reflects the universal language of science, with minimal regional variation in Portuguese-speaking countries. Understanding phototaxis is important in studying animal behavior and has practical applications in pest control and environmental biology.
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