Asked by aditi randhawa on Sep 23, 2024

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Reflexes involving skeletal muscles are called ________ reflexes.

A) autonomic
B) spinal
C) somatic
D) skeletal
E) subconscious

Skeletal Muscles

Voluntary, striated muscles that are attached to bones by tendons and facilitate movement.

Reflexes

Involuntary and nearly instantaneous movements in response to a stimulus, serving as a protective mechanism for the body.

Somatic

Relating to the body, particularly the external parts and not the reproductive organs, often in contrast to psychological or mental aspects.

  • Comprehend the distinctions between the autonomic and somatic reflex systems.
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Shreya Raghunath5 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Somatic reflexes involve the activation of skeletal muscles in response to sensory stimuli. Autonomic reflexes involve the activation of smooth muscles, cardiac muscles, or glands. Spinal reflexes involve the integration of sensory information at the level of the spinal cord. Skeletal and subconscious are not terms commonly used to describe reflexes.