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Senescent phase of an organism's life sp...

Senescent phase of an organism's life span can be recognised by

A

slow metabolism

B

cessation of reproduction

C

decreased immunity `

D

all of these

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d
The terminal irreversible stage of ageing is called senescence. This is the last phase of life span, that ultimately leads to death. This phase can be recognised by slow metabolism, cessation of reproduction and decreased immunity.
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