Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.
Contents:
Growing pains -- Even steven -- Uniquely identical -- The telltale tails of telomeres -- Human life span: what are the limits? -- Mind vs. time: What's ahead for the aging brain?
Summary:
Our bodies are constantly growing and changing. Not only do our bodies grow taller, but even once we reach our ultimate height, the body still experiences growth on the inside. New cells grow, get old, and are replaced by new cells. Informative text coupled with clear diagrams and colorful imagery help readers understand the processes of growth and aging in the human body.
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