Here's why:
* Reflexes are involuntary, rapid, and predictable responses to stimuli. They are often mediated by a simple neural pathway called a reflex arc, which involves only a few neurons.
* Reflexes typically involve only a specific part of the body, like a muscle or gland, rather than the entire organism.
* Examples of reflexes include:
* The knee-jerk reflex, where a tap on the knee triggers an extension of the leg.
* The pupil reflex, where the pupils of the eyes constrict in bright light.
* The withdrawal reflex, where you automatically pull your hand away from a hot object.
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