Which of the following brain structures is associated with the formation of new memories?
a. The hypothalamus
b. The hippocampus
c. The basal ganglia
d. The thalamus
b. The hippocampus
The hippocampus—so named because it resembles a seahorse—processes memory formation. If it is damaged, a person keeps their old memories but would be unlikely to form new ones.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A (colony/plaque/prophage) is a clear zone on a bacterial lawn where cells have been killed by the activity of a bacteriophage
What will be an ideal response?
Which one of the following terms best applies to the fungus participant in a typical lichen?
A. Ectomycorrhizal fungus B. Mutualist C. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus D. Epiparasite