Question

difference between reflex action and involuntary action​

Answer 1

Answer:

Involuntary action is the set of muscle movement which do not require thinking. But it is controlled by brain for example beating of heart beat. While on the other hand, the reflex action is rapid and spontaneous action in response to any stimulus which doesn't involve brain.

Answer 2

Reflex actions

Involuntary actions

1. Rapid automatic responses to a stimulus without the conscious involvement of the brain

1. Occurs without the conscious choice of an organism

2. Controlled by spinal cord

2. Controlled by mid brain or medulla oblongata

3. Very quick and instantaneous

3. Relatively slower

4. May involve any muscle or a gland  

4. Involves only smooth muscles

5. Can be conditioned

5. Cannot be influenced by external conditioning  

Examples: Blinking of eyes, salivation

Examples: Beating of heart, blood circulation