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Where does the sting on a jellyfish come from?

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∙ 16y ago
Updated: 11/11/2022

The tentacles of jellyfish contain cells called nematocysts that have tiny harpoon-like structures that shoot out when touched. The nematocysts also contain a toxin which is injected into the skin upon contact.

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