Nonphotosynthetic (Adjective)
Meaning
Not photosynthetic.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- Nonphotosynthetic organisms are dependent on consuming other organisms or organic matter to obtain energy and nutrients.
- Plants grown in deep shade or underground are often nonphotosynthetic due to insufficient light.
- Many species of fungi and bacteria are nonphotosynthetic, obtaining their energy by decomposing organic matter.
- Aphids, as nonphotosynthetic organisms, must consume plant sap to sustain their metabolic activities.
- In contrast to autotrophic cyanobacteria, the parasitic strains are often nonphotosynthetic, relying on their host for energy.