___________ Transforms New Memories from a Fragile State, in Which

question 50

Multiple Choice

___________ transforms new memories from a fragile state, in which they can be disrupted, to a more permanent state, in which they are resistant to disruption.

• A) Amnesia
• B) Encoding specificity
• C) Cued-recall
• D) Consolidation

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Definitions:

Metabolic Pathways

Sequences of enzymatic reactions where one substrate is converted into another, allowing cells to perform vital functions.

Macromolecules

Large molecules necessary for life, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids, with complex structures and vital roles in biological processes.

Phosphate

A chemical compound that contains the phosphate ion (PO4^3-), which is essential in biological systems for energy transfer and storage.

Intracellular Buffer System

Mechanisms within cells that regulate pH levels, preventing significant variations that could otherwise interfere with cellular function.