Memory- 6B

Question 1

Explicit memory

Answer 1

information that can be consciously retrieved and stated, such as ‘known facts’

Question 2

Declarative

Answer 2

an explicit long term memory of specific facts and events, most of which can be stated or declared

Question 3

Semantic

Answer 3

the declarative memory of facts or knowledge about the world

Question 4

Episodic

Answer 4

the declarative memory of personally experienced events

Question 5

Implicit

Answer 5

memory not requiring conscious retrieval, such as ‘how to’ skills

Question 6

Hippocampus

Answer 6

a structure in the temporal mid brain; involved in formation of long term explicit memories and their transfer to the cerebral cortex for storage

Question 7

Cerebral cortex

Answer 7

a thin, outer layer of the brain; involved in complex mental abilities, sensory processing, voluntary movements and storage of explicit memories

Question 8

Consolidates

Answer 8

the process by which a temporary memory is transformed into a more stable, long lasting form

Question 9

Amygdala

Answer 9

a structure located deep in the temporal mid brain; involved in emotional reactions and formation of emotional memories particularly relating to fear

Question 10

Neocortex

Answer 10

the top layer of the cerebral cortex that is involved in high order mental processes such as language, attention and memory

Question 11

Basal ganglia

Answer 11

a group of structures deep within the cerebral hemispheres; involved in motor movement, procedural memory and learning

Question 12

Cerebellum

Answer 12

a cauliflower shaped structure at the base of the brain; coordinates timing and fluency of movements; encodes and temporarily stores implicit memories of simple conditioned reflexes