Why do living beings die?

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In summary: Telomeres are protective caps at the end of chromosomes that prevent chromosome damage. They shorten with each cell division and when they reach a certain point, the cell can no longer replicate.
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If cells can always reproduce and replace themselves then why do living beings die?

Living beings die due to the cumulative effects of years of free radical damage to the cells of the body.
 

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