Biology Of Memory Flashcards
1
Q
What is long term potentiation?
A
Long term potentiation is when the synapses between networks are fired frequently then eventually becomes stronger.
2
Q
What is defined as the period in which LTP is formed and the period in which memory is stored.
A
Period of consolidation.
3
Q
How important is the hippocampus in memory
A
The hippocampus is responsible for encoding information in memories. It is also responsible for the fact that the cortext gets information to rehearse, elaborate. and store long term info. It also handles your explicit memories.
4
Q
What is the importance of the cerebellum and the amygda?
A
The both handle the implicit memories and are responsible for emotional memories respectively.
