Question

The nerves that start from different parts of the brain and are connected to the head and neck are known as _____ .

• A. Cranial nerves
• B. Spinal nerves
• C. Mixed nerves
• D. Peripheral nerves

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Cranial nerves

The nerves that emerge from different parts of the brain and are connected to different parts of head and neck are known as cranial nerves. Cranial nerves transmit impulses between the brain and the areas of the head and neck which carry information signals related to many important functions such as vision, breathing, hearing etc.