Explain the Role of the Hippocampus in the Formation and Storage

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Essay

Explain the role of the hippocampus in the formation and storage of eyewitness memories.

Recognize the structural differences and similarities between different types of lipids including triglycerides and phospholipids.

Describe the organization and properties of biological membranes.

Classify carbohydrates and understand their functions and structures.

Identify the major classes of biological macromolecules and their solubility properties.

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Definitions:

Acid

A substance that donates hydrogen ions or protons and accepts electrons, often associated with a sour taste and capable of turning blue litmus paper red.

Prions

Infectious agents composed of protein in a misfolded form, which can cause neurodegenerative diseases.

Neurodegenerative Diseases

Disorders characterized by the progressive loss of structure or function of neurons, including diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS.

Amino Acid Sequence

The order in which amino acids are linked together to form a protein, determining the protein's structure and function.