Question

Define the term Apoptosis?​

Answer 1

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A type of cell death in which a series of molecular steps in a cell lead to its death. This is one method the body uses to get rid of unneeded or abnormal cells. The process of apoptosis may be blocked in cancer cells. Also called programmed cell death.

Answer 2

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Apoptosis is a form of programmed cell death, or “cellular suicide.” It is different from necrosis, in which cells die due to injury. ... Apoptosis removes cells during development, eliminates potentially cancerous and virus-infected cells, and maintains balance in the body.