Cells that are programmed to die,shrivel and shrink in a process called
A)apoptosis.
B)necrosis.
C)totipotency.
D)induction.
E)encoded death.

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The process described, where cells are programmed to die, shrink and shrivel, is called apoptosis. Choice B, necrosis, refers to cell death due to injury or infection. Choice C, totipotency, refers to the ability of a single cell to develop into a complete organism. Choice D, induction, refers to the process of one group of cells directing the development of neighboring cells. Choice E, encoded death, is not a commonly used term in biology and does not accurately describe the process being described.

Cells That Are Programmed to Die,shrivel and Shrink in a Process