Chemistry of Bioluminescence

Quiz

1. What are the two major chemicals involved in the reaction that produces bioluminescence?

2. What are three of the major luciferin types?

3. Which luciferin type does not produce light at a pH of 8?

4. Name the element that is the most common co-factor in the reaction?

5. How does the organism obtain the luciferin needed for bioluminescence?