photosynthetic

photosynthetic
Able to use sunlight energy to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into organic compounds. Nearly all plants, most algae and some bacteria are photosynthetic.

Glossary of Biotechnology for Food and Agriculture . 2015.

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