Which of the Following Theories Suggests That Aging Is Caused

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following theories suggests that aging is caused by telomeres growing shorter as time passes?

• A) free-radical theory
• B) wear and tear theory
• C) cellular clock theory
• D) immunodeficiency theory

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Definitions:

Major Organic

Refers to the primary or most abundant organic compound formed as a product in a chemical reaction.

Methyl Ester

Organic compounds formed by replacing the hydrogen of an acid by a methyl group, with the general structure RCOOCH3.

Carboxylic Acid

A type of organic acid characterized by a carboxyl group (-COOH), widely found in nature and used in industrial applications.

Synthesis

The process of combining different entities to create a new, unified product, often referring to the production of chemical compounds.