Preferred Term:
senescence (aging)
Definition:
The gradual irreversible changes in structure and function of an organism that occur as a result of the passage of time.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- aging (physiological process)
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/127
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