Week 7- Genetics of aging

Question 1

what is aging

Answer 1

a progressive loss of physiological integrity, leading to impaired function and increased vulnerability to death

Question 2

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Question 3

what threats is DNA constantly challenged by

Answer 3

intrinsic & extrinsic threats

Question 4

what does intrinsic threats include

Answer 4

DNA replication errors, reactive oxygen species