Question
Biology Question on neural control and coordination
Injury to vagus nerve in human is not likely to affect
A
tongue movements
B
gastrointestinal movements
C
pancreatic secretion
D
cardiac movements
Answer
tongue movements
Explanation
Solution
Vagus nerve is a mixed cranial nerve, controlling much of the gut, ventilatory system and heart. It does not affect tongue movements. Tongue movement is controlled by glossopharyngeal nerve.