8.2 Parts of the Brain Involved with Memory

Question 1

Engram

Answer 1

the group of neurons that serve as the “physical representation of memory”

Question 2

the group of neurons that serve as the “physical representation of memory”

Answer 2

Engram

Question 3

Equipotentiality Hypothesis

Answer 3

if part of one area of the brain involved in memory is damaged, another part of the same area can take over that memory function

Question 4

if part of one area of the brain involved in memory is damaged, another part of the same area can take over that memory function

Answer 4

Equipotentiality Hypothesis

Question 5

Arousal Theory

Answer 5

strong emotions trigger the formation of strong memories, and weaker emotional experiences form weaker memories

Question 6

strong emotions trigger the formation of strong memories, and weaker emotional experiences form weaker memories

Answer 6

Arousal Theory

Question 7

Flashbulb Memory

Answer 7

is an exceptionally clear recollection of an important event

Question 8

is an exceptionally clear recollection of an important event

Answer 8

Flashbulb Memory