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The Vagus nerve is the nerve that acts to lower the heart rate. It is part of the parasympathetic nervous system.

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What cranial nerve is responsible for slowing the heart rate and accelerating peristalsis?

The vagus nerve (cranial nerve X) is responsible for slowing the heart rate (parasympathetic control) and accelerating peristalsis in the gastrointestinal tract.


Cranial nerve involved with slowing the heart?

Vagus nerve; excessive stimulation causes bradycardia.


What nerve is responsible for slowing the heart rate?

The Vagus Nerve (Number 10 or X)


Which cranial nerve controls the heart and lungs?

CN X (Vagus)


An automatic nerve response?

The automatic nerve response is from the system which controls the involuntary autonomous functions of the body. Breathing and heart beats are examples of these.


Can someone really DIE from a kick in the stomach?

Yes you could. Kicking in the stomach activates the nerve call Vagus nerve (CN 10). This nerves inhibits the heart by slowing down the heart rate. If the blow on the stomach is too strong, then it could cause heart arrest.


What part of the brains controls heart rate and breathing?

brain stem


What are chemicals that retard behavior by either speeding up or slowing down nerve impulses?

Chemicals that retard behavior by affecting nerve impulses can include depressants like alcohol, benzodiazepines, and barbiturates, which slow down nerve impulses. Stimulants like amphetamines and cocaine can speed up nerve impulses. These substances can alter brain function and behavior by modulating neurotransmitters in the brain.


What cranial nerve controls the ears?

auditory nerve


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Which cranial nerve innervates the ear?

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What is an abducent nerve?

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