Asked by
Jules Kalmowitz
on Oct 21, 2024Verified
The knee-jerk reflex involves which of the following?
A) Sensory and motor neurons
B) Sensory neuron, interneuron, and motor neuron
C) Sensory neuron, motor neuron, and inhibitory interneurons
D) Sensory neuron and interneuron
E) The brain
Knee-Jerk Reflex
Another term for the patellar reflex, indicating the spontaneous kicking movement of the lower leg in response to a sharp tap on the patellar tendon.
Inhibitory Interneurons
Neurons that decrease the likelihood of a target neuron firing, playing a key role in the modulation of neural circuits.
- Comprehend the idea of reflex actions, covering their components and varieties.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the idea of reflex actions, covering their components and varieties.