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In a neuron, a highly branched receptive process is called a ________

 Which cranial nerve innervates the sternocleidomastoid muscle? 

Name one function of CN I

What part of the diencephalon acts as a control center for the visceral organs AND regulates hormonal secretions from the pituitary gland?

SHORT ANSWER Please BRIEFLY describe the function of the primary somatosensory cortex (be SPECIFIC).

How many cervical spinal nerves are present in the human body?

To receive full credit, you must answer with both the Roman numeral AND the name of each cranial nerve. BE SPECIFIC in your answers, and be sure to name the SPECIFIC division or branch as well as the number and name of the cranial nerve (if applicable). (0.25 points per blank)   Name the four cranial nerves pass through the superior orbital fissure: [nn7] [nn8] [nn9] [nn10]

Which of the following is considered to be a special visceral sense?

To receive full credit, you must answer with both the Roman numeral AND the name of each cranial nerve. BE SPECIFIC in your answers, and be sure to name the SPECIFIC division or branch as well as the number and name of the cranial nerve (if applicable). (0.25 points per blank)   Which cranial nerves transmit the following sensory signals from the tongue: Taste from the anterior 2/3 of the tongue [nn15] General somatic sensation from the anterior 2/3 of the tongue [nn16]

The sensory neurons that carry signals from the abdominal viscera are part of the autonomic nervous system.