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Yes, the stretch reflex involves a simple monosynaptic pathway between sensory neurons and motor neurons without the involvement of interneurons in the spinal cord.

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A withdrawal reflex employs what neurons?

Withdrawal reflex or flexor reflex employs sensory neuron, interneuron and motor neuron.


Dynamic and static stretch reflex?

differentiate between a dynamic stretch reflex and a static stretch reflex


The patellar reflex is a type of?

The patellar reflex is a type of stretch reflex that involves tapping the patellar tendon to elicit a contraction of the quadriceps muscle and extension of the knee. This reflex helps to maintain balance and stability.


What is the only thing complete within the CNS from the reflex arc?

only the Interneuron


What kind of reflex requires an interneuron?

The withdrawal reflex, like pulling your hand away from a hot object, requires an interneuron to relay signals between the sensory neuron detecting the stimulus and the motor neuron controlling the response.


What properties are not of the stretch reflex?

It is a disynaptic reflex


Is the knee-jerk reflex a simple reflex stretch reflex or a spinal reflex?

The knee-jerk reflex is a type of stretch reflex, which is a type of spinal reflex. It involves the stimulation of sensory neurons in the muscle spindles of the quadriceps muscle, leading to a quick contraction of the muscle in response to a sudden stretch.


What reflex has at least one interneuron placed between the sensory and motor neurons?

The withdrawal reflex, such as the withdrawal of a hand from a hot stove, involves at least one interneuron placed between the sensory neuron carrying the pain signal and the motor neuron causing the muscle to move away from the source of the pain.


Which portion of a reflex arc is most likely to be located entirely within the central nervous system?

interneuron


What are three different types of nerves?

In a typical reflex arc, the 3 kinds are: # sensory # interneuron # and motor.


What reflex is the knee jerk reflex an example of?

knee jerk aka patellar reflex is an example of a stretch reflex


Do you still have a stretch reflex with a cervical nerve injury?

Yes, you may still have a stretch reflex with a cervical nerve injury.