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Why is it important for the brain to be kept informed of a reflex action?
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It is then possible for the brain to modify or 'condition' some reflexes
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Why does reflex reinforcement work?
Instead of being processed in the brain, a reflex arc is processed in the vertebra, this allows for faster reflexes. Example of when the reflex arc is used is when a person touches a hot stove. The immediate response (which the reflex arc causes) is to pull away, but it doesn't really hurt till a few seconds after. This is because the brain was first bypassed, but has now had time to process what happened.
What are the advantages of the fact that most reflex actions are governed by spinal cord?
Reflex actions are governed by three neurons only. If some body tries to hit on your eye, you blink by reflex action. Here again only three neurons are involved, although the middle neuron passes through your brain. Reflex action means only three neurons are involved and that saves lot of time required to think over the serious matter. So in reflex action you respond first and then brain notice the problem.The spinal reflex is fast. The reason it is fast is because the decisions are made at spinal cord level, rather than the nerves having to travel up to the brain and back down to the source.Because you are able to react quicker without having to think about it.1 It reduces the work load of brain. 2 The reflex action is under control of spinal cord, the message is sent to the brain later on.If it would have been under control of brain, it would have reqired longer duration for us to react, which has potential to cause damage to body tissue. Hence presence of spinal cord increases efficiency of reflex action.
Why brain is not involve during reflex actions?
A reflex action or reflex arc bypasses the brain as to decrease transmission time from detection to response, i.e. the time it takes for the body to initiate a response in relation to the effecting stimulus. This decrease in time allows for minimal damage to tissue or surrounding cells which may be affected by a certain stimulus.
What role does the brain play in a reflex response?
withdrawal reflex involves the processing of brain. it integrates with cerebellar activity
How and why do reflex arcs occur?
A reflex action is an action that happens almost instantly without conscious thought. Grasp a very hot handle of a saucepan on the stove, and you immediately release the handle to avoid further burning by reflex action.
Why is it important for the brain to be kept informed of reflex action?
It is then possible for the brain to modify or 'condition' some reflexes
What does the reflex action involve?
Protection(?)
What is a automatic action that does not involve the brain?
Reflex actions are sudden responses, which do not involve any thinking.
In some reflex action skeletal muscles contract without the involvement of the?
i think its the brain...
Can part of the impulse in a reflex action reach the brain?
because it is the cells
Give an example a reflex action?
brain and the spinal cord will reaction
What is reflex and complex behavior in animal systems?
reflex action is that immediate response to the external stimuli which is provided for the spinal cord itself and not the brain and further the complex action is taken by brain by further thinking upon the matter
Is a reflex is a voluntary action?
No, it is by definition involuntary. The neural impulses which cause the action do not go through the brain at all.
What will happen if the reflex action do not work?
If the reflex action does not work, it could indicate a problem in the nervous system. This could result in difficulties with motor control and coordination, as well as a decreased ability to respond quickly to potentially dangerous stimuli. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional in order to determine the cause and appropriate treatment for the lack of reflex action.
How is a reflex action different from a normal response to a stimulus?
It doesn't need to involve the brain.
What is the path that nervous impulse takes through the nervous system?
sensory neurone --> enters spinal cord --> relay neurone --> brain(is not a reflex action) or motor neurone(if action is reflex)
Is the brain involved in a reflex arc?
yes brain i s involved in reflex actions as it makes a pathway for sensory neuron to connect with and brain then directs the motor neuron to take a particular action which is given by effector !(muscles)
