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The brain's hippocampus is key to forming memories. It’s why you remember your ex and not where your keys are.

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The hippocampus helps convert short-term experiences into long-term memories and supports spatial navigation. Damage can cause severe difficulty forming new memories, even if older memories remain intact.

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The brain's hippocampus is key to forming memories. It’s why you remember your ex and not where your keys are. | SmartAss Facts