Question

What is the function of cranial nerves? Name its different types.

Answer 1

Cranial nerves:

1. The twelve pairs of nerves that emerge from the brain are called cranial nerves.
2. The primary function of these nerves is to transport impulses to and from the brain.
3. Cranial nerves can be of three types:

• Sensory nerves carry impulses from the sense organs to the brain.
• Motor nerves carry impulses from the brain to various muscles or glands.
• Mixed nerves are capable of carrying out both sensory and motor functions.