Isaac contracted viral encephalitis. Five days later, he was unable to remember a number of details about his life and had trouble acquiring new memories. Most likely, the virus had damaged his
A)hypothalamus
B)amygdala
C)cortex
D)cerebellum
E)hippocampus

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The hippocampus is crucial for memory formation and retrieval. Damage to this area, such as from viral encephalitis, can lead to difficulties in forming new memories and recalling personal information, which matches Isaac's symptoms.

Isaac Contracted Viral Encephalitis