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Asked by sure20fen to Sally, Mmboyi, Mike, Michael, Jacinta, Gliday, Elkana, Edna, Arnold on 17 Jul 2025.
Question: why do people die
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Michael Kimwele answered on 17 Jul 2025:
People die due to a combination of factors related to aging, illness, and injury. Our bodies are complex systems that eventually wear out and cannot repair themselves, leading to the cessation of vital functions like breathing and heart function. While aging is a natural process, various diseases and injuries can accelerate this process or cause death independently.
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Jacinta Nzilani answered on 17 Jul 2025:
Hey!
People die because the body stops working properly, and that can happen for different reasons:🔬 Scientific Reasons Why People Die:
1. Old AgeOver time, our cells wear out, organs become weak, and the body can’t repair itself anymore. This is called biological aging.
2. Diseases
Illnesses like cancer, heart disease, TB, or HIV can damage vital organs like the heart, lungs, or brain until they fail.
3. Injuries or Accidents
Serious injuries (like from road accidents or falls) can cause the brain, heart, or lungs to stop working suddenly.
4. Lack of Oxygen
If you stop breathing or your heart stops beating, your brain cells die in minutes because they aren’t getting oxygen.5. Infections
Severe infections (like sepsis) can overwhelm the body, shutting down organs.
☁️ And Spiritually?
Many people believe death is a transition, not the end, depending on their faith.So, simply put:
🧠 When the brain stops
❤️ When the heart stops
🌬️ When we stop breathing…
…life ends. That’s death.
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