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4 days ago · Death is the end of life; the irreversible cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism. [1] . The remains of a former organism normally begin to decompose shortly after death. [2] . Death eventually and inevitably occurs in all organisms.
3 days ago · death, the total cessation of life processes that eventually occurs in all living organisms. The state of human death has always been obscured by mystery and superstition, and its precise definition remains controversial, differing according to culture and legal systems.
3 days ago · Death should be thought of as the irreversible loss of such functions. The remainder of this article first explores the recurrent problems involved in seeking a biological definition of death. It then examines the implications of these problems in relation to human death.
Jun 25, 2024 · From a physical standpoint, death is when the body's vital functions stop, including breathing (respiration), heartbeat, and brain activity. Sometimes, the dying process happens gradually and sometimes it happens very quickly. After death, the body starts to undergo changes as its temperature drops.
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3 days ago · Death - Process, Event, Causes: The American physician and writer Oliver Wendell Holmes said “to live is to function” and “that is all there is in living.” But who or what is the subject who lives because it functions? Is death the irreversible loss of function of the whole organism (or cell)—that is, of every one of its component parts?
Jun 13, 2024 · What Is Death?: Woman’s False Death Declaration Sparks New Debate. Getty Images. Science. Health. She Was Pronounced Dead—Then They Found Her Gasping for Air in a Body Bag. A surprising number of...
2 days ago · For the latest daily updates of cases, deaths, and death rates see COVID-19 pandemic death rates by country. For even more international statistics in table, graph, and map form see COVID-19 pandemic by country.
