Reflex action Summary

Everything you need to understand or teach Reflex action.

  • 3 Encyclopedia Articles

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Encyclopedia Articles (3)

373 words, approx. 2 pages
Fight or Flight Reflex The fight of flight reflex readies the body for survival during stressful situations. Interactions between the neural and hormonal systems of the body work together to get the b... Read more
879 words, approx. 3 pages
Reflexes Reflexes are actions directed by the nervous system that do not require conscious direction or control. Reflexes are characterized as involuntary or voluntary. Reflexes designed to protect th... Read more
464 words, approx. 2 pages
Reflex A reflex is an involuntary response to a specific stimulus (a stimulus is any act or agent which causes a reaction in a particular tissue). A reflex is considered a "stereotypical" response, in... Read more