The observation that there is a limit to how many times a cell can divide is the basis for the
A)autoimmune theory of senescence.
B)free radical theory of senescence.
C)cross-linking theory of senescence.
D)replicative senescence theory.
E)abortive theory of senescence.

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The replicative senescence theory is based on the observation that cells have a limited number of times they can divide, known as the Hayflick limit. This theory suggests that cellular aging and eventual senescence are due to this finite capacity for cell division.

The Observation That There Is a Limit to How Many