BRAIN
CRANIAL NERVES
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Question
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Which two cranial nerves are responsible for the production of saliva?
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CN II and III
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CN IV and V
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CN VII and IX
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CN VII and XII
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CN IX and X
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -CN VII ( facial nerve ) = salivation from submandibular / sublingual glands, CN IX ( glossopharyngeal nerve ) = salivation from parotid gland A man has dry eyes.
Detailed explanation-2: -The glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX) supplies organs, muscles and other structures in your mouth and throat. It helps you taste food and sense pain in your throat.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Sublingual and Submandibular glands are supplied by the Facial Nerve (7th Cranial Nerve); the Parotid gland is supplied by the Glossopharyngeal Nerve (9th Cranial Nerve).
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