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Alexa Erickson
on Dec 14, 2024Verified
The facial and glossopharyngeal nerves
A) innervate the salivary glands.
B) control movements of the tongue.
C) are involved in the sense of smell.
D) control the production of tears.
E) carry pain from the teeth.
Glossopharyngeal Nerves
Cranial nerves IX that innervate the tongue and pharynx, playing key roles in taste, swallowing, and salivation.
Salivary Glands
Exocrine glands that produce saliva to initiate digestion and moisten the mouth.
Sense of Smell
The ability to detect and interpret odors through receptors in the nose, technically known as olfaction.
- Determine the impact of cranial nerves on sensory and motor function.
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the impact of cranial nerves on sensory and motor function.