Memory Flashcards
1
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Memory
A
The process of the brain storing and retrieving information over time
2
Q
Attention
A
The cognitive process of selectively concentrating on one aspect of the environment while ignoring other things
3
Q
Duration
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The length of time that information can be kept/stored in memory
4
Q
Encoding
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The way information is changed so it can be stored in memory. Information enters the brain via the senses (e.g eyes and ears). It is stored in various forms e.g visually, acoustically or
semantically.
5
Q
Capacity
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This is the measure of how much can be held in memory. It is measured in terms of bits of information such as number of digits
6
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Rehearsal
A
This is the process of repeating information in order to prevent decay or forgetting
