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Is presence of nematocysts a characteristic of Ctenophores?


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Nematocysts:

  1. Nematocysts or cnidocysts are a special feature of the phylum Cnidaria.
  2. These organelles are synthesized from the Golgi apparatus as a secretory product within a specialized cell, the nematocyte.
  3. They are used for predation and defense as well as locomotion.
  4. Ctenophores are also known as comb jellies.
  5. They are marine animals.

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