Voluntary action means an activity performed with conscious control, showing that it is conducted voluntarily with the engagement of the brain. It involves-
- Controlled by the brain- The cerebrum(a component of the forebrain) controls voluntary activities.
- Involves Skeletal Muscles - Movements are executed by striated muscles, which operate under voluntary control.
- Responses to External Stimuli - These activities transpire as a result of a decision rendered by the brain.
- Relatively slower than reflex action- Since voluntary actions involve thinking, they take more time compared to reflexes.
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