Reflex Arc

What is the function of the spinal cord?

• Allow blood to enter the brain

• connect receptors to effectors in the reflex arc, and connect brain to peripheral nerves

• supply energy to muscles

• memory storage

What type of neuron is A?

• Sensory

• relay

• Motor

What type of neuron is C?

• Sensory

• relay

• Motor

Identify an effector in this diagram.

• A

• B

• D

• E

• F

Which is the receptor in this diagram.

• A

• B

• D

• E

• F

What type of neuron is B?

• Sensory

• relay

• Motor

Select two examples of effectors.

• Neuron

• Gland

• Muscle

• Receptor

Which statement best describes a reflex?

• Slow response that you have to think about

• Rapid response to protect body from harm

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Which structure would detect a stimulus?

• A

• C

• D

• E

What is a feature of a reflex?

• Rapid

• Slow