NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

BRAIN

CRANIAL NERVES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which nerve is sensory and controls your ability to smell?
A
olfactory (I)
B
trochlear (IV)
C
vagus (X)
D
optic (II)
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Neuroanatomy, Cranial Nerve 1 (Olfactory)

Detailed explanation-2: -The glossopharyngeal and vagus nerves provide the minor chemosensory function in the pharyngeal area. The ciliated olfactory receptors are part of the olfactory neuroepithelium. From the nostril, these nerves are located 7 cm inside each nasal cavity.

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