1. What Are Cranial Nerves? • Cranial nerves are twelve pairs of nerves that emerge directly from the brain and brainstem, primarily responsible for motor and sensory functions in the head and neck. • Unlike spinal nerves, which emerge from the spinal cord, cranial nerves emerge directly from the brain. 2. Functions of Cranial Nerves: • Each cranial nerve has a specific function or set of functions, which can include sensory input (like smell, sight, taste, and hearing), motor…