Which Statement Is NOT True Regarding Aging

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT true regarding aging?

• A)A genetic factor is indicated when children of long-lived parents live a long time.
• B)Different body processes wear out.
• C)Lack of calcium in a person's diet may lead to bone loss.
• D)The immune system increases in activity.
• E)Some proteins become crosslinked.

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Definitions:

Alzheimer's Disease

A degenerative brain disorder characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline, and personality changes.

Degenerative Disease

A condition marked by progressive deterioration of tissues or organs, often leading to loss of function.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

A progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome

A rare neurological disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks part of its peripheral nervous system, often leading to weakness and tingling in the extremities initially.