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katen-ka-za [31]
3 years ago
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Which action is a reflex action? A. asking for coffee in a cold climate B. blinking when light is flashed in the eyes C. drinkin

g water when thirsty D. swallowing food E. taking an exam
Biology
2 answers:
sveticcg [70]3 years ago
5 0

Ans.

A reflex action may defined as an instantaneous and involuntary action in response to an environmental stimulus. The reflex arcs (neural pathways) are responsible for the functioning of reflex actions as they act on impulses before these impulses reach the brain.  

Corneal reflex or blink reflex is an example of reflex action that involves blinking of eyelids due to corneal stimulation, such as by a foreign body, intense light, or bu touching) to protect eye.  

Thus, the correct answer is option B). 'blinking when light is flashed in the eyes.'  


Natalka [10]3 years ago
4 0

the answer is b: blinking when light is flashed in the eyes


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