Question

Which of the following is not the function of nematocyst
(a) capture of prey (b) testing of food
(c) anchorage
(d) defence
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Answer 1

Answer:

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Answer 2

Option (a) is the right answer.

The main function of the nematocyst is to capture the prey.

- It's the characteristic feature of Cnidocyte which is classified under phylum Cnidaria.

- They contain certain harmful and toxic substances in found in sub cellular organelles which is used by cnidocytes to target their preys by stinging them.

- It's a coiled structure which is hollow and consists threads.

- Further it releases the toxin substances if they catch the prey so that the prey gets paralyzed