Memory 2.3 and 2.4

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What is iconic memory?

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Iconic memory is a type of sensory memory that holds visual information for a very short period, typically less than a second.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

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What is chunking in memory techniques?

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Chunking is a memory technique that involves organizing items into familiar, manageable units to enhance memory retention.

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What does encoding refer to in memory processes?

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Encoding is the process of getting information into the memory system, allowing it to be stored and later retrieved.

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What is short-term memory?

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Short-term memory, often referred to as working memory, is responsible for holding information temporarily for analysis and manipulation.

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Define sensory memory.

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Sensory memory is the initial, momentary storage of information, lasting only an instant, and includes iconic (visual) and echoic (auditory) memory.

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What is the difference between short-term memory and long-term memory?

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Short-term memory holds information temporarily for immediate use, while long-term memory stores information for extended periods, potentially for a lifetime.

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What is the spacing effect in memory?

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The spacing effect is a phenomenon where information is better retained when study sessions are spaced out over time rather than crammed.

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What is the testing effect?

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The testing effect refers to the improved retention of information when it is actively recalled through testing, rather than simply reviewing it.

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What is procedural memory?

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Procedural memory is a type of long-term memory that involves the knowledge of how to perform tasks and skills, such as riding a bike.

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What is semantic memory?

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Semantic memory is a type of long-term memory that involves the storage of facts, concepts, and knowledge about the world.