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littleanan

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Sebum is a watery secretion that cools the skin.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The ________ cranial nerve controls the respiratory and digestive organs.
 
  A) glossopharyngeal
  B) vagus
  C) accessory
  D) hypoglossal
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Sweat is a watery secretion that cools the skin. Sebum is an oily discharge that keeps the skin from drying out.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation:
A) The glossopharyngeal nerve provides a sense of taste and regulates swallowing.
B) Correct.
C) The accessory nerve permits movement of the head and shoulders.
D) The hypoglossal nerve controls tongue movement.


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