Understand the components of a reflex arc and learn the reflex arc definition. Learn what the reflex arc function is and discover the various types of reflex arcs.

The Bicep reflex is a type of reflex arc where a muscle contraction is elicited in response to a stimulus applied to the biceps brachii tendon. This reflex is a monosynaptic reflex, meaning …

Nerves and Reflexes: Nerves are the group of fibers that sends impulses of sensation to the brain or spinal cord. They also send information from the brain and the spinal cord to the rest of the …

All of the following can be effectors of an autonomic reflex except for: a. The biceps brachii. b. Cardiac muscle. c. Adipose tissue. d. Smooth muscle.

Suppose a person has spinal cord damage at the cervical level. Would this stop the knee-jerk reflux? How would it affect the plantar (Babinski) reflex? Explain.

Answer to: All of the following muscles flex the knee except for the: a. Biceps femoris b. Gastrocnemius c. Sartorius d. Vastus medialis By signing...

This lesson goes over the stimulus-response pathway. You'll learn the definition of a stimulus, receptor, coordinator, effector, and response as...

Learn about biceps brachii and the bicep muscle anatomy. Read about the function and location of the biceps. Find out biceps brachii's insertion, action, and origin.

Triceps Brachii The triceps brachii muscle is the muscle on the back of the arm, opposite the biceps muscle, between the shoulder joint and the elbow joint.

A reflex __ consists of the receptor, sensory neuron, interneuron, motor neuron, and effector. Define a reflex arc. List the components that must be present to qualify as a reflex, and …