What Is a Reflex Arc? What Components Must Be Present

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Essay

What is a reflex arc? What components must be present to qualify?

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Definitions:

Trachea

The windpipe, a large tubular passage for air that extends from the larynx to the bronchi, allowing for the movement of air in and out of the lungs.

Averted

Turned away or aside; in the context of gaze or attention, it refers to the deliberate redirection from an object or focus.

Bell Palsy

A temporary paralysis or weakness of the facial muscles, often resulting in a drooping appearance on one side of the face.

Mouth Paralyzed

A condition where there is loss of muscle function in the mouth, affecting movement and speech.