A cnidocyte (also known as a cnidoblast or nematocyte) is an explosive cell containing one giant secretory organelle or cnida (plural cnidae) that defines the phylum Cnidaria (corals, sea anemones, hydrae, jellyfish, etc.). Cnidae are used for prey capture and defense from predators. Despite being morphologically simple, lacking a skeleton and usu...
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<biology> Ectodermal cell of Cnidaria (coelenterates) specialised for defense or capturing prey. Each cell has a nematocyst that can be replaced once discharged. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
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cnidocyte An ectodermal cell of Cnidaria (coelenterates) specialized for defense or capturing prey. Each cell has a nematocyst that can be replaced once discharged.
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