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A jellyfish's stinging cells, called nematocysts, contain a coiled thread that can rapidly eject when triggered. When a potential threat or prey comes into contact with the jellyfish's tentacles, the nematocyst fires, injecting venom through a tiny harpoon-like structure. This venom can paralyze or harm prey, allowing the jellyfish to capture it for feeding. The rapid discharge of the nematocyst is a specialized adaptation for both defense and predation.

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