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Which component detects the stimulus and initiates the reflex in a somatic reflex arc?
Which component detects the stimulus and initiates the reflex in a somatic reflex arc?
- Effector
- Integration Center
- Ventral Root
- Receptor (correct)
In a polysynaptic reflex, which structure is primarily involved in processing the sensory input?
In a polysynaptic reflex, which structure is primarily involved in processing the sensory input?
- Peripheral Nerve
- Interneuron (correct)
- Dorsal Root
- Ventral Root
What is the role of the ventral root in the reflex arc?
What is the role of the ventral root in the reflex arc?
- Delivers motor signals from the spinal cord (correct)
- Transmits sensory signals to the spinal cord
- Processes sensory input in the spinal cord
- Carries sensory information to the periphery
Which reflex is classified as a monosynaptic reflex?
Which reflex is classified as a monosynaptic reflex?
Which structure carries sensory information from the receptor to the spinal nerve?
Which structure carries sensory information from the receptor to the spinal nerve?
What occurs during reciprocal inhibition in a reflex?
What occurs during reciprocal inhibition in a reflex?
Which cranial nerve is categorized as purely motor?
Which cranial nerve is categorized as purely motor?
The effect of a withdrawal/flexor reflex is primarily to achieve what?
The effect of a withdrawal/flexor reflex is primarily to achieve what?
Flashcards
Mixed Nerve
Mixed Nerve
A nerve that carries both sensory and motor fibers.
Receptor
Receptor
A specialized structure that detects a specific type of stimulus, like pain or stretch.
Afferent Pathway
Afferent Pathway
The pathway that transmits sensory information from the receptor to the spinal cord.
Efferent Pathway
Efferent Pathway
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Integration Center
Integration Center
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Reflex
Reflex
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Monosynaptic Reflex
Monosynaptic Reflex
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Polysynaptic Reflex
Polysynaptic Reflex
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Study Notes
Somatic Reflex Arc Components
- Receptor (Sensory Input): Detects stimulus (e.g., pain, stretch). Located in the periphery and involves the dorsal root transmitting the signal to the spinal cord.
- Afferent (Sensory) Pathway: Peripheral nerve carries sensory information from the receptor to the spinal nerve. The dorsal root is involved.
- Integration Center (Processing in the Spinal Cord): Occurs in the spinal cord's gray matter. Relays to an interneuron (polysynaptic reflex) or a motor neuron (monosynaptic reflex).
- Efferent (Motor) Pathway: Ventral root transmits motor output from spinal cord to spinal nerve. May travel through a plexus to reach the appropriate muscle in limb reflexes. Peripheral nerve carries the signal to the effector muscle.
- Effector (Motor Output): Muscles or glands respond to the stimulus (e.g., muscle contraction).
Cranial Nerves Classification
- Olfactory: Sensory
- Optic: Sensory
- Oculomotor: Motor
- Trochlear: Motor
- Trigeminal: Mixed
- Abducens: Motor
- Facial: Mixed
- Vestibulocochlear: Mixed
- Glossopharyngeal: Mixed
- Vagus: Mixed
- Spinal Accessory: Motor
- Hypoglossal: Motor
Not a Characteristic of the PNS (Missing Information)
- No information provided.
Reflexes
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Withdrawal/Flexor Reflex:
- Receptor: Pain or tactile receptor
- Stimulus: Pain or touch
- Type: Polysynaptic
- Effect: Contraction of flexor muscle.
- Example: Pain reflex
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Cross Extensor Reflex:
- Receptor: Pain or tactile receptor
- Stimulus: Pain or touch
- Type: Polysynaptic
- Effect: Contraction of extensor on the opposite side of the stimulus.
- Continuation: Part of the withdrawal reflex
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Stretch Reflex:
- Receptor: Muscle spindle
- Stimulus: Muscle stretch
- Type: Monosynaptic
- Effect: Muscle contraction.
- Example: Knee-jerk reflex
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Reciprocal Inhibition:
- During a movement, the agonist muscle contracts, while the opposing antagonist muscle relaxes, enabling the movement.
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Test your knowledge on the components of the somatic reflex arc and the classification of cranial nerves. This quiz covers sensory and motor pathways, as well as the roles of receptors, integration centers, and effectors. Perfect for students of biology or anatomy.
