Wear-and-Tear Theory of Aging

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Which theory of biological aging suggests that aging occurs as cells slow their number of replications?

  • Wear-and-tear theory
  • Cellular aging theory (correct)
  • Immunological theory
  • None of the above

According to the wear-and-tear theory, what influences the process of aging?

  • Environmental stress (correct)
  • Biological clock
  • Cellular replication
  • None of the above

What is the main factor that determines the maximum life span and rate of deterioration in each species according to the text?

  • Cellular replication
  • Environmental stress
  • Immunological function
  • Biological clock (correct)

In which tissues are declines in functional ability greatest with age according to the wear-and-tear theory?

<p>Skeletal and heart muscles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor proposed by the immunological theory as a function of aging?

<p>Body's immune system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Cellular Theory

  • Aging occurs as cells slow their replication rate.

Wear-and-Tear Theory

  • The process of aging is influenced by the accumulation of damage and wear to cells and tissues.
  • Tissues that are most susceptible to wear-and-tear include the heart, lungs, and kidneys.

Rate of Living Theory

  • The maximum life span and rate of deterioration in each species is primarily determined by its metabolic rate.

Immunological Theory

  • The aging process is associated with a decline in the immune system's effectiveness.

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