senescence

• Processo biológico de envelhecimento, caracterizado pela diminuição progressiva das funções e maior vulnerabilidade a doenças com o passar do tempo.

The biological process of aging, characterized by a gradual decline in function and increased vulnerability to disease over time.

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1. Biological agingC2formalscientific

   The process of growing older and the gradual deterioration of functional characteristics in living organisms.

   Senescência

   • Senescence in humans is associated with a decline in cellular repair mechanisms.
   • Researchers study plant senescence to understand how leaves change color in autumn.
   • The rate of senescence varies greatly among different animal species.

   Sinônimosaging

2. Property of old ageC2formalscientific

   The state or condition of being old, characterized by reduced vitality and increased vulnerability.

   Estado de velhice

   • The senescence of the population has significant economic implications.
   • Certain genetic mutations can accelerate the onset of senescence.
   • The study focused on the molecular markers of cellular senescence.

   Sinônimosagednessagingdecrepitudeold age

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