Noun

(wikipedia lifespan) (en noun)

The length of time for which an organism lives.

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, author=Anna Lena Phillips , title=Sneaky Silk Moths , volume=100, issue=2, page=172 , magazine=(American Scientist) citation , passage=Last spring, the periodical cicadas emerged across eastern North America. Their vast numbers and short above-ground life spans inspired awe and irritation in humans—and made for good meals for birds and small mammals.}}

Some clams have lifespans far longer than those of human beings.

(by extension)  The length of time for which something exists or is current or valid.

* 2002 , Luis M Camarinha-Matos, Collaborative business ecosystems and virtual enterprises

The virtual enterprise forum developed several "classical" management functions for which resources were available throughout its lifespan .