How Do Nematocysts Help Protect Some Cnidarians

question 43

Multiple Choice

How do nematocysts help protect some cnidarians?

• A) They inject toxins into prey.
• B) They form a soft shell around the organism.
• C) They allow the cnidarian to camouflage itself.
• D) They propel the cnidarian through the water at a rapid rate.
• E) They increase the surface area of the body.

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