Comparing Reflex Actions
Part of Reflex Arc · GCSE GCSE Biology revision
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Section 6 of 15
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Comparing Reflex Actions
There are several different types of reflex actions, including:
- Knee jerk reflex: This is a simple reflex that involves the contraction of the quadriceps muscle in response to tapping the patellar tendon.
- Pupil reflex: When light enters the eye, it stimulates the pupil reflex, causing the pupils to constrict and reduce light entry.
- Withdrawal reflex: This is a more complex reflex that involves the contraction of muscles in response to pain or other stimuli, allowing the body to withdraw from harm.
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Practice Questions for Reflex Arc
Which word best describes a reflex action?
State the correct order of the reflex arc pathway from stimulus to response. Name each component.
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