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when a cnidarians nematocyst fires, what is injected into its prey?
water
paralyzing toxins
air bubbles
digestive enzymes
Brief Explanations
Cnidarians, like jellyfish, have nematocysts. These structures are used for capturing prey. When a nematocyst fires, it injects paralyzing toxins. This helps the cnidarian subdue its prey. Water is not injected as a hunting mechanism. Air bubbles are not relevant to this process. Digestive enzymes are used later in digestion, not at the moment of nematocyst firing.
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