3 Questions
Which cranial nerve is responsible for controlling the muscles of the eye?
Cranial nerve III (Oculomotor nerve)
Which cranial nerve controls the muscles of mastication (chewing)?
Cranial nerve V (Trigeminal nerve)
Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?
Cranial nerve I (Olfactory nerve)
Study Notes
Cranial Nerves and Their Functions
- The Oculomotor Nerve (CN III) controls the muscles of the eye.
- The Trigeminal Nerve (CN V) is responsible for controlling the muscles of mastication (chewing).
- The Olfactory Nerve (CN I) is responsible for the sense of smell.
Test your knowledge of cranial nerves by identifying the functions of specific cranial nerves. Identify the nerve responsible for controlling eye muscles, the sense of smell, and mastication.
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