Which nerve has branches that extend to the thoracic and abdominal viscera?

A) Facial nerve
B) Vagus nerve
C) Trigeminal nerve
D) Glossopharyngeal nerve
E) Accessory nerve

Viscera

The internal organs in the main cavities of the body, especially those within the abdominal and thoracic cavities.

Vagus Nerve

A cranial nerve that innervates major organs, including the heart, lungs, and digestive tract, playing a critical role in the parasympathetic nervous system.

Facial Nerve

The seventh cranial nerve, responsible for controlling most of the muscles of facial expression and conveying taste sensations from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue.