Asked by Prabesh Pokharel on Sep 24, 2024
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Vestibular neurons transmit nerve impulses along the vestibulocochlear nerve to all of the following sites except
A) the brainstem.
B) the cerebrum.
C) the thalamus.
D) the cerebellum.
E) All of these sites are destinations for neural information from the vestibular neurons.
Vestibulocochlear Nerve
The eighth cranial nerve responsible for transmitting sound and equilibrium (balance) information from the inner ear to the brain.
Vestibular Neurons
Neurons that convey information from the vestibular system, which is involved in balance and spatial orientation.
Cerebrum
The largest part of the brain, consisting of the right and left hemispheres, responsible for voluntary activities and higher functions like thought and action.
- Recognize the neural pathways involved in transmitting vestibular information and their significance.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the neural pathways involved in transmitting vestibular information and their significance.
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