Key Concept 1: Characteristics of three memory stores Flashcards
1
Q
Capacity
A
The minimum amount of information that can be retained in memory.
2
Q
Duration
A
How long information about the past
can be held for, before it is forgotten.
3
Q
Encoding
A
The format of the memory.
4
Q
Sensory memory
A
Things that the brain collects from your senses that give you information about the world around you.
5
Q
Short-term memory
A
A temporary memory store that holds a limited amount of information for a short period of time.
6
Q
Long-term memory
A
Unlimited storage information to be maintained for long periods, even for life.
