How the brain stores information
Our brains store information by temporarily encoding it in groups of neurons. As we study, these neurons are repeatedly reactivated, strengthening connections and resulting in long-term memory.
As we recall the information, our long-term memory can be updated, strengthened, and interconnected with other information.
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