Asked by
David Liburdi
on Dec 12, 2024
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There is a loud crash late at night, and it awakens you. Which of the following brain structures initiated the startle reflex?
A) Corpus callosum
B) Inferior colliculi
C) Superior colliculi
D) Cerebellum
Startle Reflex
An involuntary reaction to sudden stimuli, characterized by rapid movements and heightened physiological activity.
Superior Colliculi
Structures located in the midbrain that are involved in processing visual information and controlling eye movements.
- Understand the neural foundation of reflex actions and responses initiated by the brain.
Verified Answer
NK
Learning Objectives
- Understand the neural foundation of reflex actions and responses initiated by the brain.