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... > social science subjects > health and social care > health sciences > physiology > physiological processes > health and aging > physical status > biological theories of aging
... > other subjects > natural sciences > life sciences > biological sciences > physiology > physiological processes > health and aging > physical status > biological theories of aging
... > social science subjects > health and social care > physiology > physiological processes > health and aging > physical status > biological theories of aging
... > other subjects > natural sciences > life sciences > biological sciences > biology > physiology > physiological processes > health and aging > physical status > biological theories of aging

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biological theories of aging  

Definition

  • Aging is a complex natural process that involves a gradual progressive decline in tissue and organ function. These biological processes of aging result in increasing susceptibility to environmental challenges and an increasing risk of disease and death. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health & Aging; Biological Theories of Aging]

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