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Tenea Zaragoza
on Dec 06, 2024
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Which of these structures is involved in the formation of long-term memories?
A) thalamus
B) hypothalamus
C) hippocampus
D) pons
Long-Term Memories
An alternative phrasing regarding the component of the memory system involved in the storage and retrieval of information over extended periods, emphasizing its enduring nature.
Hippocampus
A part of the limbic system in the brain that is crucial for memory formation and spatial navigation.
Thalamus
A large mass of gray matter deeply situated in the forebrain that plays a critical role in relaying sensory signals to the cerebral cortex and regulating consciousness, sleep, and alertness.
- Understand how the brain contributes to the creation of memories and the learning of emotional responses.
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AM
Learning Objectives
- Understand how the brain contributes to the creation of memories and the learning of emotional responses.