Match each cranial nerve with its function or description.
-branches into three nerves: the ophthalmic,maxillary,and mandibular nerves
A)Olfactory nerve
B)Optic nerve
C)Oculomotor nerve
D)Trochlear nerve
E)Trigeminal nerve
F)Abducens nerve
G)Vestibulocochlear nerve
H)Glossopharyngeal nerve
I)Vagus nerve
J)Hypoglossal nerve

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The trigeminal nerve branches into three nerves: the ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular nerves.

Answer: G
 The vestibulocochlear nerve is responsible for hearing and balance.

Answer: J
 The hypoglossal nerve controls the movements of the tongue.

Answer: A
 The olfactory nerve is responsible for the sense of smell.

Answer: B
 The optic nerve is responsible for vision.

Answer: C
 The oculomotor nerve controls the movements of the eye, such as constriction of the pupil and raising the eyelid.

Answer: D
 The trochlear nerve controls the movement of the superior oblique muscle in the eye.

Answer: H
 The glossopharyngeal nerve is responsible for taste and control of muscles in the throat.

Answer: I
 The vagus nerve is responsible for many functions, including control of the heart, lungs, and digestive system.

Match Each Cranial Nerve with Its Function or Description