Definition

The examination of cells and their chemical components using a special instrument called a cytophotometer.

Example

Researchers used cytophotometry to analyze the chemical composition of the cells in the sample.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of cytophotometry?

I think I've seen it mentioned in my biology class.

It's pretty interesting how it helps study cells in detail.

Yeah, I love learning about how scientists analyze cell components!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cytophotometry is formed from "cyto-" (from Greek "kytos", meaning cell) and "photometry" (from Greek "photos", meaning light, and "metron", meaning measure). The word refers to the measurement of light in relation to cells, particularly in biological contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cells' ('cyto-') being measured by 'light' ('photos') — that's what cytophotometry means.

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