If You Touch a Hot Stove, Your Spinal Cord Can

question 137

Multiple Choice

If you touch a hot stove, your spinal cord can prompt you to withdraw your hand without having to send the message all the way to the brain. This is due to what scientists call __________.

• A) the reflex arc
• B) neuroplasticity
• C) the parasympathetic nervous system
• D) the sympathetic nervous system

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Definitions:

Aqueous Produced

Refers to the production of aqueous humor, a clear fluid in the eye that maintains eye pressure and provides nutrients to avascular areas.

Anterior Chamber

The fluid-filled space between the cornea and the iris in the eye, playing a key role in maintaining intraocular pressure.

Corneal Light Reflex

The reflection of light off the cornea of the eye, used to assess the balance and alignment of the eyes.

Asymmetric Light Reflex

A condition where the reflection of light from the eyes' pupils is not equal, often indicating a potential neurological or ophthalmic issue.