Why do we get “knocked out” from a punch or a strike from a hard object?
In: Biology
When someone gets hit hard on the head, they might go “K.O.” and pass out. This happens because the brain moves around inside the head. Imagine the brain floating in a bowl of water. When you shake the bowl, the brain moves and bumps into the sides. This can make the brain feel funny and stop working for a little while.
Sometimes, the brain moves really fast and hits the inside of the head, which can make a person go unconscious. It’s like when you spin around really fast and get dizzy. The brain needs a moment to get back to normal. Also, getting hit in certain spots, like the jaw, can make the body react by lowering blood pressure, which can also make someone pass out.
So, when someone gets knocked out, it’s because their brain got shaken up and needs a moment to rest and recover.
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