Question

Programmed cell death is called:

• A. Plasmolysis
• B. Necrosis
• C. Apoptosis
• D. Pyrolyisis

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Apoptosis

Programmed cell death is also known as apoptosis. Apoptosis is an ongoing process that helps to ensure that the body has younger, healthier cells. For example, during pregnancy, apoptosis eliminates unnecessary cells between developing fetal fingers, which allows the fingers to separate.