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Is a sneeze a reflex action?

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Sneezing is a reflex action that occurs when a substance irritates the respiratory passages. An involuntary sneeze is initiated either to remove or dislodge the particular substance.

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What three mechanisms cause a person to sneeze?

Ciliary Action, Peristaltic Motion, and Cough Reflex


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It is a reflex action that people (male and female) usually have no control over.


What kind of action is a sneeze?

It is a reflex action which is an autonomic (automatic) nervous system reaction to stimuli. It is the respiratory system and the nervous system working together. The pepper is an irritant to the nasal mucosa and it signals to the brain to sneeze and get it out of there. Another example of a reflex action is when you touch something extremely hot....you quickly pull your hand away.


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Can you sneeze with eyes open?

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its process our body to protect the cells


Is sweating a reflex action?

No it is not a reflex action


In which of these categories does a sneeze belong?

Sneezing is a reflex action caused by irritation in the nasal cavity. By sneezing you reduce the chance of ingesting dust particles and potentially dangerous microorganisms that have been breathed in. Because of this sneezing could be classed in the respiratory category.


How do you use involuntary in a sentence in science?

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What reflex response does your body show to the following stimuli in object in the noes?

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