Quiz 2: Memory and the Brain

The Olfactory Bulb is the primary organ for processing odors.Information from the olfactory nerves is carried directly to the: A)cortex. B)nose. C)left brain. D)right brain.

Musical perception is processed primarily in which hemisphere of the brain? A)left B)right C)center D)hind

Which of the following drugs is prescribed to treat Alzheimer's disease? A)benzodiazepines B)asprin C)carbamazepines D)cholinergics

An inability to retrieve memories of events prior to brain damage is called: A)amnesia. B)retrograde amnesia. C)structural amnesia. D)function three amnesia.

An inability to form new memories follow brain damage is called: A)anterograde amnesia. B)retrograde amnesia. C)function three amnesia. D)sensorial amnesia.

The frontal lobe is in this part of the brain. A)shocking B)stimulating C)most anterior D)biticular section

With what is the prefrontal cortex most associated? A)learning B)higher emotions C)flight or fight decisions D)fixations

The prefrontal cortex is part of which lobe? A)frontal B)left C)right D)center

With what is the prefrontal lobe most associated? A)hearing B)hopes C)sight D)higher emotion

Somatosensory perception is a function of this lobe. A)sense lobe B)frontal C)center D)parietal

Attention is most associated with this lobe. A)frontal b center C)left D)parietal

Visual processing takes place in which lobe? A)imaging lobe B)parietal C)left D)occipital

Basic visual memory takes place in this lobe. A)occipital B)right C)left D)parietal

The temporal lobe is associated with: A)language, audition, and memory. B)development, vision, and attention. C)emotion, metacognition, and memory. D)vision, language, and somatosensory attention.

The frontal lobe is associated with: A)vision, smell, and taste. B)higher emotion, decision-making, metacognition, and memory. C)audition, language, and memory. D)somatosensory and attention.

Which area of the brain serves as a routing center? A)amygdala B)thalamus C)hypothalamus D)diencephalon

Which area of the brain is associated with emotions? A)amygdala B)hypothalamus C)thalamus D)diencephalon

Which part of the brain is critical in emotional learning, fear, and memory? A)thalamus B)hypothalamus C)frontal lobe D)amygdala

The diencephalon part of the brain is includes the: A)amygdala and thalamus. B)thalamus and hypothalamus. C)amygdala and hypothalamus. D)thalamus and amygdala.

This area of the brain is associated with memory. A)hind brain B)left brain C)right brain D)cortical areas

The Cerebral is also known as: A)neocortex. B)left lobe. C)right lobe. D)fixed cortex.

The frontal lobe, temporal lobe, parietal lobe, and the occipital lobe make up: A)cerebral cortex. B)diencephalon. C)parietal. D)prefrontal.

These are a set of brain structures located just beneath the crebral cortex.They are important to memory and emotion. A)medial temporal system B)limbic system C)episodic memory system D)associated memory system

Damage to this area can cause anterograde amnesia. A)campus B)hippocampus C)anterior campus D)cerebral cortex

This part of the brain produces dopamine.With Parkinson's disease, this area does not produce enough. A)Substantia nigra B)hippocampus C)free recall D)Axon terminal

Terminal Buttons at the end of an axon hold: A)dendrites. B)neurotransmitter. C)synapses. D)perceptors.

This is the gap between one neuron and the dendrite of the next. A)cortex receptors B)synapses C)axon D)engram receptor

This is the part of the neuron that sends information to other neurons. A)synapse B)terminal Button C)dendrite D)axon

The practice of helping brain-damaged patients recover and cope with injuries is called: A)clinical neuropsychology. B)psychiatry. C)psychology. D)injury parapsychology.

This is the electrochemical process of transmission in an axon. A)action potential B)neuron transmission C)synapse process D)cognitive flow

What part of the neuron receives information from other neurons or directly from sensory receptors? A)dendrites B)axon C)synapse D)nigra

Describe the functional significance of the hippocampus. A)cognitive and emotional functioning B)learning and memory C)memory and emotion D)fear and learning

When an individual suspects a diagnosis of Alzheimer's, one of many dimentia/type illnesses, what will be the first deficit detected in this disease? A)cognition B)emotion C)memory D)behavior

Which of these limbic system structures is most associated with emotion and emotional learning? A)hypothermus B)hyperthalamus C)thalamus D)amygdala

In a serious accident that results in brain damage, memory deficits acquired through brain damage will result in: A)Alzheimer's. B)amnesia. C)concussion. D)engram aversion.

This part of the brain is an important relay point in human memory circuits. A)diencephalon B)amygdala C)hippocampus D)hypercampus

An inability to form new memories following brain damage is known as: A)anterograde amnesia. B)amnesia. C)Alzheimer's. D)forgetful memory.

tdCS directs what type of electricity directly to the scalp in a continuous fashion? A)dBs B)low current C)MRI D)PED

If a researcher wished to observe the change in cognition relating to brain stimulation, a technique the researcher might use would involve a small magnetic pulse to create a small pulse of electricity.Which stimulation technique would the researcher use? A)tdCS B)DBS C)tDCS D)TMs

To view the Cerebral Cortex, the Corpus Callosum, and a number of subcortical structures, a researcher might us: A)MRI. B)tdCS. C)dBs. D)TMs.

A device implanted directly into the brain to send electrical impulses to specific regions of the brain is called a: A)MRI. B)TMs. C)dBs. D)DTI.

To compare the pattern of movement of molecules within the tissue in order to derive structural images, a researcher would use a special type of MRI known as: A)dBs. B)DTI. C)tdCS. D)TMs.

What instrument would a researcher use to get a detailed image of a living human brain without causing any damage to living tissue? A)PET B)tdCS C)TMs D)MRI

What equipment has advanced our understanding of the relation of brain and mind more than any other tool? A)TMs B)MRI C)PET D)fMRI

The hypothetical physical unit of storage of a memory is known as: A)memory. B)engram. C)neuron. D)axon.

The Parietal Lobe, Occipital Lobe, Temporal Lobe, and Frontal Lobe are all known as what type of lobes? A)Frontal Cortex B)Prefrontal Cortex C)Cortical D)Temporal Cortex

Self-regulation of memory is most associated with which lobe of the Cerebral Cortex? A)occipital B)parietal C)frontal D)temporal

In order for a neural signal to be sent, neurotransmitters must move from the axon of one neuron to the dendrite of another.This reflects the importance of the: A)organelles. B)synapse. C)terminal buttons. D)dendrites.

A set of techniques that allow researchers to make detailed maps of the brain and assign functions to particular regions of the brain is known as: A)neuroimaging. B)intracranial EEG. C)electroencephalography. D)magnetoencephalography.

When looking for a particular class of stimulus in the brain, a researcher would look for averaged patterns across many trials.To do this, what type of test would be needed? A)CAT B)PET C)EEG D)MRI

What is the function of the prefrontal lobe as associated with the frontal lobe area? A)forgetful mechanism B)initiating emotion C)initiating flight or flight D)initiating memory

Where does initiating memory take place? A)prefrontal cortex B)temporal lobe C)hippocampus D)amagdala

Memory loss can occur at tremendous costs in this area due to its widespread consequences. A)prefrontal Lobe B)diencephalon C)amagdala D)hippocampus

This area is concerned with massive connections between the Prefrontal Lobe, the hippocampus, and the medial temporal lobe. A)diencephalon B)amagdala C)corpus collosum D)skull cap

A student has stayed up all night working on a project in hopes of finishing it before class begins.Soon the student begins experiencing headaches and is unable to concentrate due to the lack of sleep.What part of the brain is being most affected due to over exposure to the task? A)amygdala B)hippocampus C)Broca's area D)lateral fissure

The area of the brain that is located just below the prefrontal cortex, above the lateral fissure, and beside the precentral gyrus is known as the: A)Broca's area. B)hippocampus area. C)occipital Lobe area. D)visual cortex.

The area located between the precentral gyrus and the postcentral gyrus is called the: A)central sulcus. B)Broca's area. C)auditory cortex. D)prefrontal cortex.

The most anterior part of the cerebral cortex is called: A)prefrontal cortex. B)frontal lobe. C)auditory cortex. D)Wernicke area.

Amygalda meAnswer: A)almond. B)memory. C)emotion. D)to forget.

The hippocampus is part of what network of the brain? A)bilateral B)cortical C)limbic D)knowledge

In Greek, what does hippocampus mean? A)hippo B)memory C)fat cell D)seahorse

An elderly person has fallen.As a result, the individual has broken bones and a severe bump on the head.When examined, this individual seems to have anterograde amnesia (the ability to form new memories after a brain injury).What part of the brain has likely been damaged? A)hippocampus B)thalamus C)frontal lobe D)prefrontal lobe

In regards to question 62, what additional part of the brain might be damaged as well? A)medial temporal lobe B)prefrontal cortex C)frontal cortex D)postcentral gyrus

In which lobe is memory and imagery processed? A)visual processing B)free recognition processing C)forced recognition processing D)cortex recognition processing

When identification is required of a recognized memory target from a set of presented items, which part of the brain is being used? A)frontal lobe B)parietal lobe C)amygdala D)occipital lobe

A hypothetical, yet physical unit of a stored memory is known as: A)engram. B)parietal unit. C)unit of memory. D)knowledge shed.

By what mechanism do drugs, such as caffeine, affect brain functions ? A)neurons B)dendrites C)axon D)synapse

Information from neurons to neurons is accomplished by: A)axons. B)synapses. C)neurotransmitters. D)dendrites.

In a possible severe drug overdose, considering the synapse, damage to dendrites and terminal buttons of a neuron would cause severe problems.What would this damage affect the transmission of ? A)neurotransmitters B)synapse transmitters C)electrical centers D)metacognition vibrations

Which of the following carry electrical impulses from one neuron to another? A)neurotransmitters B)axons C)synapses D)dendrites

An individual has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.Which type of drug can be used in an attempt to alleviate memory loss in early stages of this disease? A)cholinergics B)benzodiazepines C)low dose asperine D)triliptal

Which of the following can be used to induce amnesia in episodic memory? A)benzodiazepines B)cholinergics C)slight taps D)knowledge inducement

In 1953, a man known only a HM underwent risky experimental surgery to alleviate symptoms of epilepsy.During surgery, parts of what were removed? A)eyes B)temporal lobes C)hippocampus D)hypothalmus

In anterograde amnesia, an inability to form and retain this occurs. A)reaction time B)cued recall C)new memory D)forced choice recognition

Which of the following statements about neuroimaging is false? A)Neuroimaging allows correlation of brain activity. B)Neuroimaging addresses cognitive issues. C)All neuroimaging technologies utilize magnets. D)Neuroimaging addresses correlation of brain activity with memory.

Which type of neuroimaging equipment can measure when the amygdala is active when evaluating emotional content? A)magnetoencephalography B)PET scan C)EEG D)intracranial EEG

In the case of Phineas Gage, research has been directed at how brain damage affects cognition and behavior.His accident set the stage for: A)cognitive and behavioral research. B)brain imagery scanning. C)neuropsychiatry. D)neuropsychology.

The cognitive psychology of memory is increasingly influenced by the neuroscience of memory.Together, these form a hybrid field known as: A)Behavioral Neuroscience. B)Behavioral Psychology. C)Cognitive Neuroscience. D)Cognitive Psychology.

The brain is composed of billions of: A)dendrites. B)electric paths. C)lobes. D)neurons.

Unlike language, music is processed primarily on which hemisphere of the brain? A)left hemisphere B)anterior hemisphere C)right hemisphere D)memory hemisphere

Deep brain stimulation does not require an implanted device.

It is suggested that music may be good at eliciting a strong connection between it and memory.

The olfactory bulb is the primary organ in the brain for processing memory.

Benzodiazepines are usually used because of their effects on anxiety, insomnia, and muscle relaxation.

Retrograde amnesia is the inability to tolerate benzodiazepines during sleep-enhanced episodic memory.

Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) is another MRI technique.

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) allows scientists to get a detailed image of a living human brain without damaging living tissue.It does involve injecting a small amount of radioactive substance into a person's blood, which does have potentially negative effects.

Intracranial EEGs measure brain activity when electrodes are placed directly on the surface of the brain.

Magnetoencephalography (MEG) uses an electrical sensor to detect small magnetic fields produced by electrical activity in the brain.

The thalamus is an area of the brain heavily connected to other areas of the brain.It appears to serve as a routing center, however, this routing center must have connected relay points to human memory circuits.The routing centers are known as diencephalons.

The hypothalamus area of the brain is associated with basic emotions.To separate these emotions into emotional learning, fear, and memory, this information is transmitted by the amygdala.

Engram is the hypothetical physical unit of storage of a memory.

To a behavioral neuroscientist the brain is a complex assortment of separate areas and regions, each of which has its own unique function.

The medial temporal lobe is associated with higher emotions, decision-making, metacognition, and memory.Damage to this area affects the fight or flight emotional response.This response can be associated with the prefrontal cortex.

Memory can be enhanced, however, to date, no drug has been shown to improve memory efficiency in normal adults.On the other hand, there is no doubt that some drugs prevent the formation of new memories.The only prescription drugs available to improve memory are chloinergics.

Engram is the hypothetical physical unit of ______ of a memory.

Sudden and devastating injuries to the brain are called ______ brain injuries.

The electrochemical process of transmission in an axon is known as action ______.

The parts of the neuron that receive sensory receptors are called ______.

Terminal buttons are the ends of axon that hold ______.

A disease that causes the loss of myelin along axons, resulting in movement deficits is known as multiple sclerosis.Transmission of information in the axons, in contrast, is ______.

The brain is divisible into two ______ halves, oriented in the left-right direction.

Parts of the thalamus are crucial in the transmission of information from our sensory organs.However, with respect to memory there are massive connections which must occur.This occurrence is known as ______, which is involved in memory as well.

An individual was involved in a traumatic occurrence and was feeling dizzy with severe migraine headaches.The emergency room clinician decided to run ______ to observe changes in cognition and behavior.

A clinician observes a patient requesting pain alleviation from Parkinson's disease.The patient is experiencing extreme motor disorders and major depression.The clinician suggests the ______ device that requires implantation for medical reasons.

Describe the flow of information through the neuron, including how information is transmitted through the axon, dendrite, and synapse.

Explain the four main anatomical areas of the cerebral cortex and the function of each.

List the six areas of the gross anatomy of the human brain.

Explain the role of the neurotansmitters in neural circuits.

Describe the use of Acetylchlorine by neurons.

Name the subcortical structures of the brain and describe the function of two of those areas.

Describe the cortical areas of the brain associated with memory.

What is mean by the term engram and what did Lashley hope to achieve by identifying it?

Describe how benzodiazepines and cholinergics affect memory.