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True or false: The longest-living biological organisms are individuals or clones of a species with the longest natural maximum life spans.
True or false: The longest-living biological organisms are individuals or clones of a species with the longest natural maximum life spans.
True
True or false: The definition of 'longest-living' used in this article considers the length of time between the appearance of a species in the fossil record and the present.
True or false: The definition of 'longest-living' used in this article considers the length of time between the appearance of a species in the fossil record and the present.
False
True or false: The oldest known individual(s) that are currently alive, with verified ages, are included in the designation of longest-living for a given species.
True or false: The oldest known individual(s) that are currently alive, with verified ages, are included in the designation of longest-living for a given species.
True
True or false: 'Longest-living' in this article refers to the duration of time between an individual organism's birth or conception and its death.
True or false: 'Longest-living' in this article refers to the duration of time between an individual organism's birth or conception and its death.
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True or false: The historical 'age' of a species as a whole is considered in the definition of 'longest-living' used in this article.
True or false: The historical 'age' of a species as a whole is considered in the definition of 'longest-living' used in this article.
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Study Notes
Longest-Living Biological Organisms
- The longest-living biological organisms are defined by their natural maximum life spans, considering individual organisms or clones of a species.
Definition of Longest-Living
- The definition of 'longest-living' in this context does not refer to the length of time between the appearance of a species in the fossil record and the present.
- Instead, 'longest-living' refers to the duration of time between an individual organism's birth or conception and its death.
- The historical 'age' of a species as a whole is not considered in the definition of 'longest-living'.
Oldest Known Individuals
- The oldest known individual(s) that are currently alive, with verified ages, are included in the designation of longest-living for a given species.
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Test your knowledge about the longest-living organisms on Earth! Discover fascinating facts about the oldest known individuals from various species, including humans. Challenge yourself with questions about record holders and verified ages. Are you ready to uncover the secrets of longevity? Take this quiz now!
