Multiple choice

In which of the following nuclei of the brain are the second order cell bodies for taste sensation found?

  1. Nucleus ambiguous

  2. Nucleus solitarius

  3. Spinal trigeminal nucleus

  4. Nucleus gracilis

  5. Nucleus cuneatus

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is correct. The rostral nucleus solitarius (gustatory nucleus) contains the second order cell bodies for taste sensation from the facial nerve (VII) (chorda tympani), glossopharyngeal nerve (IX) and the vagus nerve (X).