Lecture 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What evolves with increasing extrinsic hazard
A
intrinsinc rate of ageing
2
Q
What can evolve as a side effect of beneficial genes in the youth
A
Ageing
3
Q
Is ageing a programmed process (i.e did genes evolve to cause ageing?)
A
No
4
Q
Why do more people life to very old age?
A
No natural selection in old age
5
Q
What is ageing?
A
decline in survival and fertility with increasing age
6
Q
What are hallmarks of ageing and what can they be used for?
A
They can improve late-life health and increase healthspan
