6 Questions
Which nerve branch carries taste fibers from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?
Chorda tympani
Where do all taste fibers synapse in the brain stem?
Rostral portion of the nucleus of the solitary tract
Which of the following glands is responsible for saliva secretion?
All of the above
Which pathway is involved in taste reflexes?
Solitary tract to salivary nuclei
What is the primary site of taste adaptation?
Central mechanisms
Where do axons from the solitary tract project to?
Ventromedial nucleus of the thalamus
Test your knowledge on the transmission of taste signals from the tongue and other areas to the central nervous system. Learn about the nerves involved, including the trigeminal, facial, glossopharyngeal, and vagus nerves. Understand how taste sensations are carried to the brain stem.
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