Which of the following is the cranial nerve that supplies motor impulses to the tongue?
A. Hypoglossal nerve
B. Glossopharyngeal nerve
C. Facial nerve
D. Accessory nerve

The cranial nerve supplying motor impulses to the tongue is the Hypoglossal nerve . It is crucial for tongue movement in speech and swallowing. Other listed nerves serve different functions and do not innervate the tongue motorically. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

The cranial nerve responsible for supplying motor impulses to the tongue is the Hypoglossal nerve (Cranial Nerve XII). It plays a vital role in tongue movement for speech and swallowing. Other options listed do not provide motor innervation to the tongue.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-22