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vicmillz vicmillz
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6 years ago
The term ageism refers to
 
  the veneration of the elderly.
  judging people on the basis of chronological age.
  the view of society held by older people.
  the demographics of the population pyramid.

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Explore the roles of telomeres and the enzyme telomerase in the aging process. First define each term and then discuss its role in aging.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 3

Analyze the role of exercise in the aging process. How important is exercise in late adulthood? What types of exercise might be especially beneficial? What obstacles exist toward getting regular exercise?
 
  What will be an ideal response?
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6 years ago
Answer to q. 1

judging people on the basis of chronological age.

Answer to q. 2

Telomeres are the very ends of chromosomes in the cells. They are shorter in older
cells than in younger cells and become shorter still with each cell duplication. Once
the cell has reached its Hayflick limit of duplication, the telomere is gone, the cell
ceases to duplicate, and the creature dies. In contrast, telomerase increases the
length of telomeres; adding the enzyme telomerase to an organism could slow the
aging process.

Answer to q. 3

Exercise is most likely more important in later adulthood than earlier in life because
it can improve balance, strength, and flexibility, typical weaknesses in older adults.
Muscle strengthening in particular benefits the cardiovascular, respiratory, and
digestive systems as well as balance. Weight-bearing exercise can slow the
process of osteoporosis and help prevent falls. Obstacles toward getting regular
exercise include self-perception, fear, and community circumstances such as
absence of sidewalks and dangerous street traffic.
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6 years ago
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