What are cranial nerves? Study the cranial nerves definition and their functions table. How many cranial nerves do humans have? Show labeled cranial nerves in a diagram.

Learn about the cranial nerves of the face and mouth, the motion and sensation functions of each one, and how to recall the function and name of each cranial nerve.

Learn the definition, anatomy and location of the vagus nerve. Learn about the pathway, function and innervation of the vagus nerve.

The flashcards cover the peripheral nervous system, the main cranial nerves I-XII, as well as the 'extra' cranial nerve, XIII.

Nerves relay sensory and motor messages and allow the brain and spinal cord to communicate with the rest of the body. This lesson takes you on a journey through the major cranial and …

Understand the definition of the hypoglossal nerve in biology, discover the functions of the hypoglossal nerve, know what is hypoglossal damage and explore how hypoglossal nerve …

Define spinal accessory nerve. Learn accessory nerve anatomy and function, gaining an understanding of the cranial accessory nerve and accessory nerve innervation.

Some cranial nerves perform all three functions and are referred to as mixed nerves. The glossopharyngeal nerve, or 9th cranial nerve (CN IX), represents one of these mixed nerves.

The orbicularis oris muscle is innervated by the cranial nerve VII, which is also known as the Facial nerve. The main function of the orbicularis oris is to pucker, close, and/or purse the lips.

What is the organ of Corti? Learn about this structure and its relation to the auditory nerve, auditory nerve function, and the sensory hair cells in the ear.