Light-independent reaction. Definition. noun. The series of biochemical reactions in photosynthesis that do not require light to proceed, and ultimately produce organic molecules from carbon dioxide. Supplement. The energy released from ATP (produced during the light reactions) drives this metabolic pathway.
Deadly 'Kissing Bug' Found In Southern States. As many as 300,000 Americans are living with the parasitic disease acquired from the bugs. Triatomine bugs, known more commonly as issing bugs, have been found in North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Story: Tips to keep bugs out. The pests, known officially as brown marmorated stink bugs, have been spotted in 38 states, up from 33 last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports. The five new states since last year are Missouri, Kansas, New Mexico, Texas and Idaho.