Cranial Nerves

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What is the function of the olfactory nerve?

Back

The olfactory nerve is responsible for the sense of smell.

Front

Which cranial nerve is responsible for hearing and balance?

Back

The vestibulocochlear nerve (Cranial Nerve VIII) is responsible for hearing and balance.

Front

What is the primary function of the hypoglossal nerve?

Back

The hypoglossal nerve controls the movements of the tongue, which is essential for speech and swallowing.

Front

What role does the vagus nerve play in the body?

Back

The vagus nerve is involved in autonomic control of the heart, lungs, and digestive tract, and it innervates various organs.

Front

Which cranial nerve controls the lateral rectus muscle of the eye?

Back

The abducens nerve (Cranial Nerve VI) controls the lateral rectus muscle, which is responsible for moving the eye laterally.

Front

What are the twelve cranial nerves?

Back

The twelve cranial nerves are: 1) Olfactory, 2) Optic, 3) Oculomotor, 4) Trochlear, 5) Trigeminal, 6) Abducens, 7) Facial, 8) Vestibulocochlear, 9) Glossopharyngeal, 10) Vagus, 11) Accessory, 12) Hypoglossal.

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

The optic nerve is responsible for vision.

Front

Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial expressions?

Back

The facial nerve (Cranial Nerve VII) is responsible for controlling the muscles of facial expression.

Front

What is the role of the trigeminal nerve?

Back

The trigeminal nerve (Cranial Nerve V) is responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.

Front

What is the function of the glossopharyngeal nerve?

Back

The glossopharyngeal nerve (Cranial Nerve IX) is involved in taste and swallowing, and it also contributes to the gag reflex.