PRINC. ANATOMY&PHYSIOLOGY LL/NEXTGENCARD
PRINC. ANATOMY&PHYSIOLOGY LL/NEXTGENCARD
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ISBN: 9781119829799
Author: Tortora
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 14, Problem 35CP
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The origin of the hypoglossal nucleus.

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The hypoglossal nerve or the cranial nerve XII is a somatic motor cranial nerve. It plays an important role in the regulation of the speech, tongue movement, and swallowing.

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