General somatic efferent nerves

What are general somatic efferent nerves?

General somatic efferent fibers carry motor impulses to somatic skeletal muscles. In the head, the tongue and extraocular muscles are of this type.

Which cranial nerves carry General somatic efferent nerves? 

Cranial nerves III, IV, VI, and XII carry these fibers.

15585

Sign up to receive the trending updates and tons of Health Tips

Join SeekhealthZ and never miss the latest health information

15856