Memort Flashcards
(15 cards)
What part of the brain is primarily responsible for memory formation?
The hippocampus.
True or False: Short-term memory can hold information for 18 to 20 seconds
True.
Fill in the blank: The process of converting short-term memory into long-term memory is called __________.
Encoding .
Which type of memory is responsible for remembering how to ride a bike?
Procedural memory.
What is the capacity of short-term memory, according to Miller’s Law?
7 plus or minus 2 items.
Which brain structure is involved in emotional memories?
The amygdala.
Multiple Choice: Which type of memory involves facts and events? A) Implicit B) Explicit C) Sensory
B) Explicit.
What is the term for the ability to recall information without cues?
Free recall.
True or False: The prefrontal cortex is involved in working memory.
True.
What type of memory is used when taking an exam?
Recall or retrieval memory.
Fill in the blank: __________ memory is the memory of personal experiences.
Episodic.
Which part of the brain is crucial for spatial memory?
The hippocampus.
Multiple Choice: Which memory system is primarily used for learning new information? A) Long-term B) Short-term C) Sensory
A) Long-term.
What is the primary function of the cerebellum in relation to memory?
It is involved in motor learning and coordination.
True or False: Memories are stored in a single location in the brain.
False.
