Reflex arc

Reflex arc

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Interactive Video

Science, Health Sciences, Biology

6th - 12th Grade

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The video explains the knee jerk reflex, detailing how a reflex arc operates with minimal components, including sensory and motor neurons. It highlights the efficiency of bypassing the brain for faster reactions.

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5 questions

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1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What happens when your knee is tapped below the kneecap?

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2.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the components of a reflex arc.

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3.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the role of the motor neuron in a reflex arc?

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4.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain why a reflex action is quicker than a voluntary action.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does the reflex arc bypass the brain?

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