Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry
Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781285869759
Author: Frederick A. Bettelheim, William H. Brown, Mary K. Campbell, Shawn O. Farrell, Omar Torres
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.12P

1-12 The life expectancy of a citizen in the United States is 76 years. Eighty years ago it was 56 years. In your opinion, what was the major contributor to this spectacular increase in life expectancy? Explain your answer.

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Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reasons for the enormous increase in the life expectancy of a citizen in United States over the period are to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Life expectancy is basically the average period which a person is expected.

Answer to Problem 1.12P

Life expectancy of a citizen in United States over the period of time is increased due to the various development of science in medical field.

Explanation of Solution

From the last 10 decades science grow in many fields such as.

  1. Many medicines are discovered as a cure of diseases.
  2. Techniques of organ transplant are also developed.
  3. Many treatments are available for diseases.

Above mentioned factors are responsible for the enormous increase in the life expectancy of a citizen in United States over the period.

Conclusion

Life expectancy of a citizen in United States over the period is increased due to the various development of science in medical field.

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Chapter 1 Solutions

Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry

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