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Imagine That in the Future We Discover a Set of Genes

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Imagine that in the future we discover a set of genes that is largely responsible for causing aging in humans. Also, imagine that we can alter these genes in some way so that we live longer. Considering antagonistic pleiotropy, why might this be a concern?


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