How far can 'x' travel at a speed of 'y' assuming 'z' external influences

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This discussion focuses on calculating the distance a cnidocyte can travel when ejected from a jellyfish at a specific speed, factoring in external influences like air and underwater pressure. The key equations referenced include the final velocity equation (v = a * t) and the final distance equation (d = 0.5 * v * t). The importance of converting all measurements to common units, including gravitational acceleration (g's), is emphasized for accurate calculations. The discussion aims to clarify how far away a person could be to potentially receive a sting from a jellyfish's cnidocyte.

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I'm trying to determine how far a specific object can travel when ejected at a specific speed assuming specific external influences. Vague, I know, so here's the detailed question.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cnidocyte" for more information on measuring underwater psi).
My question is, how far could the cnidocyte travel assuming it is only hindered by air pressure or underwater pressure? Can Gs even be converted into distance? Essentially, any biology aside, if a jellyfish was exposed to a stimulus to cause it to fire its cnidocytes, how far away could you be and technically be stung?
 
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