Biology & Science Questions : How Does a Firefly Produce Light?

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Channel: ehow · 2009 · Entertainment

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A firefly produces light by taking advantage of a chemical reaction in which luciferin combines with oxygen in the presence of luciferase to produce oxyluciferin, energy and light. Discover how uric acid in a firefly's abdomen allow it to reflect light outwardly with help from a science teacher and field biologist in this free video on science questions.

Expert: Brian Erickson
Contact: Ericksontutoring.blogspot.com
Bio: Brian Erickson is a tutor in math and science, as well as a field biologist.
Filmmaker: Todd Green

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