Gompertz law of mortality

The Gompertz law of mortality describes how the risk of death increases exponentially with age, particularly in adulthood. It suggests that as people get older, their chances of dying each year grow rapidly, roughly doubling over consistent time intervals. This model helps us understand aging and lifespan patterns by showing that, after a certain point, the likelihood of dying accelerates, reflecting the biological wear and tear on the body over time. It’s widely used in demography and actuarial science to predict mortality rates and understand population aging.