NEET2008ZoologyNeural Control and CoordinationActual
Injury to vagus nerve in humans is not likely to affect
Options
- Atongue movements
- Bgastrointestinal movements
- Cpancreatic secretion
- Dcardiac movements.
Correct answer
A. tongue movements
Step-by-step solution
Vagus nerve arises from the side of medulla oblongata. It innervates the larynx, trachea, oesophagus, stomach, lungs, heart and intestines. It is a mixed nerve. It controls the visceral sensations and visceral movements, i.e., heart beat, respiratory movements, peristalsis, sound production, etc. Movement of the tongue is controlled by hypoglossal nerve as it innervates the muscles of the tongue.