What is the difference between a reflex action and walking?

Reflex actions happen automatically — you don't think about them (like pulling your hand away from something hot). Walking is something you choose to do, and your brain controls it.

Differences between reflex action and walking: 1. Control — Reflex actions are involuntary and controlled by the spinal cord (part of CNS). Walking is a voluntary action controlled by the brain. 2. Speed — Reflex actions are very fast, automatic responses that occur without conscious thought. Walking involves conscious decision-making and coordinated muscle movements. 3. Pathway — Reflex actions follow a reflex arc (sensory neuron → spinal cord → motor neuron). Walking involves complex brain processing and the cerebellum for balance. 4. Learning — Reflex actions are inborn and do not require learning. Walking is a learned behaviour that improves with practice.