Nematocysts are Used for ____

Question

Nematocysts are used for ____.  
A) reproduction
B) excretion
C) muscle action
D) circulation
E) capturing prey

Accepted Answer

Nematocysts are specialized stinging cells found on the tentacles of cnidarians such as jellyfish and anemones. They are used to capture prey by injecting a toxin that paralyzes or kills the victim.