Question
Which theory of ageing states that with age, the body tissues become less flexible and functional?
a. The genetic programming theory
b. The wear and tear theory
c. The cross-linking theory
d. Both a and b
e. None of the above
a. The genetic programming theory
b. The wear and tear theory
c. The cross-linking theory
d. Both a and b
e. None of the above
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The correct answer is **c. The cross-linking theory**. This theory suggests that as we age, certain proteins in the body form cross-links with one another, leading to reduced flexibility and functionality of tissues.