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What is meant by reflex-action ? With the help of a labelled diagram trace the sequence of events which occur when we touch a hot object.​

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A reflex, or reflex action, is an involuntary and nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus.

A reflex is made possible by neural pathways called reflex arcs which can act on an impulse before that impulse reaches the brain.

What is meant by reflex-action ? With the help of a labelled diagram trace the sequence-example-1
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Reflex action is a spontaneous response needed in the sudden adverse situation. The diagram shows the reflex action when a hot body is touched
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