Which of the Following Has NOT Been Linked to Shorter

question 125

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has NOT been linked to shorter telomeres?

• A)aging
• B)age-related diseases
• C)mortality
• D)growth

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Definitions:

Primary Sex Characteristics

Are the physical features that are present at birth and are directly involved in human reproduction.

Conception

The moment when a sperm fertilizes an egg, leading to the beginning of pregnancy.

Sex Hormones

Chemical substances produced by the gonads (ovaries and testes) that regulate many aspects of sexuality and reproduction as well as secondary sexual characteristics.

Puberty

The developmental stage during which children mature sexually and physically into young adults.