Animals - Nervous System
Chapter Name : Control And Coordination |
Sub Topic Code : 103_10_07_01_02 |
Topic Name : Animals - Nervous System |
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Sub Topic Name : What Happens In Reflex Actions? |
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Introduction
Reflex action is a sudden reaction to surrounding directly affecting the organs (stimulus).
Pre-Requisites:
Each and every part of our body is in control of our brain (nervous system)
Activity:
Diagrammatic representation of the process
Real Life Question:
Why do we withdraw our hand as soon as we unknowingly touch a hot container?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Reflex action | Sudden movement in response to stimulus. |
| Reflex arc | neural pathway (connection) that controls an action reflex |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Why do we withdraw our hand immediately when we touch a hot container? | Because of the stimulus. |
Places to visit :
Biology Laboratory
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
What is reflex action and the process?
What you learn in Practice:
How does the process works?