With the increased usage of low-lying coastal areas andthe possible rise in ocean levels because of global warming, thepotential for widespread damage from tsunamis is increasing.Obtain information about new and improved methods available topredict the occurrence of these damaging waves and how to betteruse coastal areas so that massive loss of life and property does notoccur. Summarize your findings in a brief report.
• Memory- getting things into the brain and then getting them out (retaining info) • We are constantly reconstructing our memories o We do this to make sense and to save time • Memory illusion- thinking a memory is true but really its not o Brain goes above just the info o Does this to get the best picture • Reconstructive memory- constructing memories, getting the “jist” of what happened o Memory is not like a camera, we don’t just see it once and remember forever • Three systems of memory o Sensory- very briefly takes in perceptual info and puts it into short term memory unless you do something about it o Short term memory- remember things for short times o Long term memory- long lasting, once there t
