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That would be a nematocyte, which is a single cell and defines the entire phylum of cnidarians (jellyfish, corals, and anemones). The distinguishing feature of a nematocyte cell is an amazingly complex sub-cellular secretion that is called a nematocyst. A nematocyst is basically a sack within the cell that contains a coiled tube, ready to impale prey (or predator) and envenomate the target with disabling toxins.
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Will people with jellyfish stings need crutches?
All people with jellyfish stings to the leg or foot will need crutches
What breed of jellyfish kills man?
Most jellyfish stings are not deadly, but stings of some species of the class Cubozoa and the Box jellyfish, such as the famous and especially toxic Irukandji jellyfish, can be deadly.
What jellyfish stings the worst?
Chironex fleckeri and Carukia barnesiBox jellyfish Box jellyfish
Does it hurt a jellyfish after it stings a human?
No.
What floats in the sea and stings?
Jellyfish
Are jellyfish stings toxic to dogs?
No they are not
What floats in the sea and stings you?
Jellyfish
What are the release dates for Jellyfish Stings Man's Face - 2007?
Jellyfish Stings Man's Face - 2007 was released on: USA: August 2007
What will happen if a jellyfish stings you?
The sting will burn
Jellyfish stings acid or alkali?
They are alkali, hence the use of vinegar to neutralize the stings.
How might you treat a sting from a jellyfish that as acid?
Jellyfish stings are known to be alkali in nature - therefore, treating the affected area with vinegar neutralises the stings.
When does a jellyfish sting?
A jellyfish stings when receives particular stimuli, like the presence of food.
