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In fire flies the flashes are profuced due to the slow combustion of a protein luciferin in air and moisture. The phenomenon is known as

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Photochemical change

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Photocombustion

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Chemiluminescence

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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Phenomenon**: The question asks about the process that occurs in fireflies, where flashes of light are produced due to the slow combustion of a protein called luciferin in the presence of air and moisture. 2. **Identifying the Process**: The phenomenon that describes the production of light as a result of a chemical reaction is known as chemiluminescence. This occurs when a chemical reaction releases energy in the form of light. 3. **Chemical Reaction Involved**: In fireflies, the protein luciferin reacts with oxygen and moisture, resulting in an excited intermediate. When this intermediate breaks down, it releases energy as light, which is the visible flash we observe. 4. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is that the phenomenon is known as **chemiluminescence**. **Final Answer**: Chemiluminescence ---
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