Q. Injury to vagus nerve in human is not likely to affect
A) Tongue movements
B) Gastrointestinal movements
C) Pancreatic secretion
D) Cardiac movements
Explanation
Vagus nerve is a mixed cranial nerve, controlling much of the gut, ventilatory system and heart. It does not affect tongue movements. Tongue movement is controlled by glossopharyngeal nerve.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.