Nematocyst
noun
A specialized cell found in cnidarians, equipped with a capsule that contains a coiled thread; used for capturing prey or for defense.
The jellyfish's nematocysts can deliver a painful sting.
Usage tips
Neutral
stinging cells, offensive mechanism, defensive tool
noun
A specialized cell found in cnidarians, equipped with a capsule that contains a coiled thread; used for capturing prey or for defense.
The jellyfish's nematocysts can deliver a painful sting.
Usage tips
Neutral
stinging cells, offensive mechanism, defensive tool
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Functions
Nematocysts serve various functions in marine ecosystems, which include capturing prey and deterring predators.
Jellyfish use nematocysts to immobilize their food.
Pro Tip 2/3Defensive Mechanism
In times of threat, cnidarians use nematocysts to protect themselves.
Lionfish have powerful nematocysts to ward off predators.
Pro Tip 3/3Research Considerations
Nematocysts are a key area of study in marine biology, revealing insights into species interactions.
Marine researchers study nematocysts to understand jellyfish population dynamics.
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Functions
Nematocysts serve various functions in marine ecosystems, which include capturing prey and deterring predators.
Jellyfish use nematocysts to immobilize their food.
Pro Tip 2/3Defensive Mechanism
In times of threat, cnidarians use nematocysts to protect themselves.
Lionfish have powerful nematocysts to ward off predators.
Pro Tip 3/3Research Considerations
Nematocysts are a key area of study in marine biology, revealing insights into species interactions.
Marine researchers study nematocysts to understand jellyfish population dynamics.
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Functions
Nematocysts serve various functions in marine ecosystems, which include capturing prey and deterring predators.
Jellyfish use nematocysts to immobilize their food.
Pro Tip 2/3Defensive Mechanism
In times of threat, cnidarians use nematocysts to protect themselves.
Lionfish have powerful nematocysts to ward off predators.
Pro Tip 3/3Research Considerations
Nematocysts are a key area of study in marine biology, revealing insights into species interactions.
Marine researchers study nematocysts to understand jellyfish population dynamics.
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