Unusually vivid and detailed recollections of momentous events are referred to as
A) episodic memories.
B) flashbulb memories.
C) tip-of-the-tongue memories.
D) long-term memories.

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Unusually vivid and detailed recollections of momentous events are referred to as flashbulb memories. These memories involve the recall of important events such as the September 11 terrorist attacks or the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The term "flashbulb" is used to describe the sudden illumination that occurs when a camera flash goes off, as these memories are often described as being akin to a photograph in their clarity and detail.

Unusually Vivid and Detailed Recollections of Momentous Events Are Referred