quiz 1

Question 1

agent attaches itself to a DNA strand and impedes cell division

Answer 1

cross-linking theory

Question 2

With age, the immune system produces auto-antibodies which cause cell changes or death…results in increased susceptibility to diseases

Answer 2

immunity theory of aging

Question 3

imbalance of nerve impulse-transmitting chemicals in the brain interferes with cell division throughout the body

Answer 3

neruotransmitter theory

Question 4

A noninflammatory, gene-driven process

Removing of extra cells during development to optimize the pattern and shape of the organ

Answer 4

apoptosis theory

Question 5

Examines ways that those born in a particular generation tend to stratify into groups of the same age or cohorts

Answer 5

age strat. theory

Question 6

Older person reviews life accomplishments and accepts declining function

Answer 6

jung’s theory of individ.

Question 7

Decreases’ self- centeredness, less concern with material things, decreased view of death

Answer 7

theory of gerotranscendance