Which Sense Is the Most Developed at Birth

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which sense is the most developed at birth?

• A) hearing
• B) vision
• C) taste
• D) smell

Understand the concepts and implications of memory consolidation and the role of various brain regions in long-term memory storage.

Acknowledge the capacity of human memory and the phenomena of infantile amnesia.

Appreciate the influence of personal relevance (self-reference effect) and encoding strategies (e.g., making information meaningful) on memory strength.

Explain the implications of memory research findings, such as those by psychologist Karl Lashley, on our understanding of memory storage and retrieval.

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Definitions:

Microbial Growth

The increase in number of microorganisms in a population due to reproduction, typically measured by colony forming units in microbiology.

Sebum

An oily substance secreted by sebaceous glands in the skin, responsible for lubricating and waterproofing the skin and hair.

Histamine

Amine released by mast cells and basophils that promotes inflammation.

Adaptive Immunity

Immune status in which there is an ability to recognize, remember, and destroy a specific antigen.