The nucleus for the facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) is located in the ________.

A) pons
B) medulla
C) mesencephalon
D) cerebrum
E) cerebellum

Cranial Nerve VII

Also known as the facial nerve, it controls the muscles of facial expression, convey taste sensations from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue, and supply the lacrimal and salivary glands.

Pons

The pons is a part of the brain located above the medulla and below the midbrain, playing a key role in the regulation of breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, divided into two hemispheres, responsible for higher brain functions such as thought and action.