Facial nerve supply all except_______________?
Correct answer: D. Parotid gland
- A. Lacrimal gland
- B. Nasal gland
- C. Submandibular gland
- D. Parotid gland
Explanation
The facial nerve carries parasympathetic fibres to the lacrimal, nasal and submandibular glands. Secretomotor supply to the parotid gland comes from the glossopharyngeal nerve through the otic ganglion.
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