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Researchers have found that a cat's memory is comparable to a 2-3 year old's. Generally, cat's with a closer relationship to their owner will have more memory of the owner than a cat not very close with the owner. This explains why if you have a cat for two or three years, give it away, and then, a month or so later, take it back, it will still remember you and recognize you.
Answering your question, cat's short term memory is only about 16 hours ( a dog's is only about five minutes if your wondering), though their long term memory is truly exceptional. Their long term memory is very long.
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What is long term memory loss?
Long term memory is memory that can last as little as a few days or as long as decades.
What is the conversion of short-term memory to long-term memory called?
The conversion of short term memory to long term memory is called memory consolidation.
How long does sensory memory last?
mili sec
What memory system has an almost unlimited storage capacity?
State - Dependent Memory **
What are the two subsystems of long term memory?
Two subsystems to long-term memory include semantic and episodic memory.
What are the two subsystems of long-term memory?
Two subsystems to long-term memory include semantic and episodic memory.
Can cats remember longer than dogs?
yes, dogs remember (on their short term memory) 16 minuets. Cats remember (once again, on their short term memory) 16 hours.
If you lose your short term memory do you lose your long term memory?
No
What is the term for the permanent storage of information in memory?
Long Term Memory
What vitamins or minerals are essential to help memory loss?
There are different supplements that can help with memory loss. A study done last year by some researchers in MIT stated that Magnesium l-threonate helped with short term and long term memory.
What is short term and long term memory?
Short term memory is where you store stuff that you won't need for a very long time. Long term is the opposite.
Do hamsters have a short term memory?
Yes and a long term memory too.
