Scientists Studying the Neurological Basis of Memory Have Discovered That

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Multiple Choice

Scientists studying the neurological basis of memory have discovered that new brain cells are formed constantly in the

• A)dentate gyrus of the hippocampus.
• B)dentate gyrus of the amygdala.
• C)subcortical areas of the prefrontal cortex.
• D)basilar sulcus of the cerebellum.

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Definitions:

Self-Awareness

The conscious knowledge of one's character, feelings, motives, and desires.

NREM Stage 3

The third stage of non-rapid eye movement sleep, characterized by deep sleep and the presence of delta waves in the brain.

REM Sleep

A sleep phase characterized by rapid eye movement, during which vivid dreaming most often occurs and brain activity resembles that of the waking state.

NREM Stage 1

The initial phase of non-rapid eye movement sleep, characterized by light sleep and the transition from wakefulness into sleep.