Differentiate between natural reflex and conditioned reflex. Give examples to illustrate your answer.

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Natural reflex

Conditioned reflex

Acquired from birth.

Developed from experience or learning.

Directly related to the stimulus.
Brought about by a condition totally different from the direct initial stimulus

Examples: knee-jerk, withdrawal of the hand on touching hot object.

xamples: Salivation at the sight of a tasty food.

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Natural reflex	Conditioned reflex
Acquired from birth.	Developed from experience or learning.
Directly related to the stimulus.	Brought about by a condition totally different from the direct initial stimulus
Examples: knee-jerk, withdrawal of the hand on touching hot object.	xamples: Salivation at the sight of a tasty food.