Chapter 8: Semantic Memory
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What is a Category
set of objects that belong together (fruit: banana, orange)
How is Semantic Memory stored?
4 theories: Feature Comparison, Prototypes, Exemplars, Network Models.
What is Feature Comparison Theory?
Memories are stored based on lists made up of certain features or characteristics. (ex: "Cats" list : fur, 4 legs, meow, tail. A Dog may fit 3 of them but not all so not a cat!)
What is Semantic Memory?
Our general knowledge about the world. ( ex: Disney World is in Orlando) Categories & Concepts.