Chapter 7.3 Biology of Memory Flashcards
1
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Where is memory stored
A
hippocampus, pre frontal cortex, surrounding cortex and amygdla,limbic system
2
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retrograde amnesia
A
loss of memories from our past
3
Q
anterograde amnesia
A
inability to encode new memories from our experiences. It is more common than retrograde
4
Q
amygdla
A
recalls the emotions associated with events
5
Q
hippocampus
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helps us recall the events themselves
6
Q
Alzheimer’s disease
A
is the most frequent cause of dementia
