By 
Neosha Kashef
 | 
TED-Ed Original

How does a jellyfish sting?

You're swimming in the ocean when something brushes your leg. When the tingling sets in you realize you've been stung by a jellyfish. How do these beautiful gelatinous creatures pack such a painful punch? Neosha SÂ Kashef details the science behind the sting.

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