THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

KIDNEY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which part of the nervous system is not involved in producing reflex actions?
A
brain
B
spinal cord
C
receptors
D
sensory
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The motor pathway transmits the signal from motor neurons to the effector organs (muscles and glands etc). Thus, reflex arc transmits the information from receptor to effector via the spinal cord. The brain is not the part of the reflex arc. Thus, option D is the correct answer.

Detailed explanation-2: -Your brain’s role Your brain gets involved by modifying and fine-tuning reflex actions. For example, when you trip and fall, reflexes automatically command your hands and arms to reach out and break your fall. Muscles will contract throughout your body to minimize injury.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct option is A True. Reflex action: Reflex action is an immediate and involuntary action taken against a certain stimulus. It is under the control of the spinal cord and is not controlled by the brain.

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