Which of the following theories equates the body to a machine that eventually wears out?

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The wear and tear theory suggests that the body is like a machine that eventually wears out from constant use and exposure to environmental stressors. This wear and tear leads to a gradual decline in bodily functions and eventual death. The other theories mentioned (somatic mutation, cross-linkage, immune function) do not directly equate the body to a machine that wears out.

Which of the Following Theories Equates the Body to a Machine