Match each cranial nerve with its function or description.
-sends fibers to the occipital lobe and the superior colliculi
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 optic nerve is responsible for sending fibers to the occipital lobe and superior colliculi, which are involved in visual processing.

Answer: C
 The oculomotor nerve is responsible for controlling eye movements, including constriction of the pupil and focusing of the lens.

Answer: D
 The trochlear nerve is responsible for controlling the movement of the superior oblique muscle of the eye, which helps to move the eye downward and outward.

Answer: E
 The trigeminal nerve is responsible for providing sensation to the face, as well as controlling chewing and biting movements.

Answer: F
 The abducens nerve is responsible for controlling the lateral rectus muscle of the eye, which helps to move the eye outward.

Answer: G
 The vestibulocochlear nerve is responsible for hearing and balance, sending information from the inner ear to the brain.

Answer: H
 The glossopharyngeal nerve is responsible for providing sensation to the tongue and pharynx, as well as controlling swallowing movements.

Answer: I
 The vagus nerve is responsible for a variety of functions, including controlling the heart rate, regulating digestion, and providing sensation to the throat and larynx.

Answer: J
 The hypoglossal nerve is responsible for controlling the movement of the tongue.

Match Each Cranial Nerve with Its Function or Description