Asked by Keanen Mitchell on Jun 09, 2024
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Salivary gland secretion is primarily controlled by the
A) facial and glossopharyngeal nerves.
B) vagus nerve.
C) taste centers of the medulla.
D) intercostal nerves.
E) trigeminal nerve.
Salivary Gland
Gland that produces and secretes saliva into the oral cavity. The three major pairs of salivary glands are the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands.
Facial Nerve
The seventh cranial nerve that controls the muscles of facial expression, taste sensation from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue, and supplies some glands.
Glossopharyngeal Nerves
The ninth pair of cranial nerves which are involved in tasting, swallowing, and the gag reflex.
- Grasp the structure and function of the salivary glands and saliva in digestion.
Verified Answer
CB
CAMBRY BATESJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) and the glossopharyngeal nerve (cranial nerve IX) are primarily responsible for controlling salivary gland secretion. The facial nerve innervates the submandibular and sublingual glands, while the glossopharyngeal nerve innervates the parotid gland.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the structure and function of the salivary glands and saliva in digestion.