The parotid salivary glands are innervated by branches of __________ nerve. A) Vagus B) Spinal accessory C) Facial D) Glossopharyngeal

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The parotid salivary glands are innervated by branches of __________ nerve. A) Vagus B) Spinal accessory C) Facial D) Glossopharyngeal

Correct option:(D)Glossopharyngeal

Solution:

Tympanic branch of the glossopharyngeal nerve (IX) provides parasympathetic innervation of the parotid gland to ganglion via a petrosal nerve.
Mixed nerve that carries afferent sensory and efferent motor information.

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