Science Buddies: "Ask an Expert"

I am in 8th grade and we are starting science fairs!
I have a few questions i need answeredd:
how do words get to your brain?(through processes of eye, etc.?)

also, how does memory work? and how do words affect your memory?
What is color?How does color affect your visual appeal?

with regards to the first question, is this your project? or just one aspect of your project

with regards to the memory question, this website may help - it also has links to other memory sites that can provide you with even more information

http://www.exploratorium.edu/memory/