The theory in which aging is attributed to our bodies' organs and cell tissues simply wearing out with repeated use and abuse is called __________ theory.
A) activity
B) wear-and-tear
C) disengagement
D) cellular-clock

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The wear-and-tear theory of aging suggests that the body's organs and cell tissues simply wear out over time due to repeated use and abuse. This theory has been criticized for oversimplifying the complex process of aging and neglecting the role of genetic and environmental factors.

The Theory in Which Aging Is Attributed to Our Bodies