Which of the following describes the events of apoptosis?
A) The cell dies, it is lysed, its organelles are phagocytized, and its contents are recycled.
B) Its DNA and organelles become fragmented, it dies, and it is phagocytized.
C) The cell dies and the presence of its fragmented contents stimulates nearby cells to divide.
D) Its DNA and organelles are fragmented, the cell shrinks and forms blebs, and the cell self-digests.
E) Its nucleus and organelles are lysed, then the cell enlarges and bursts.

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Apoptosis is a programmed cell death process where the cell actively participates in its own destruction. During apoptosis, the cell's DNA and organelles are fragmented, the cell shrinks and forms blebs, and the cell self-digests. The resulting apoptotic bodies are then phagocytized by immune cells or neighboring healthy cells. Option A is incorrect because the cell does not undergo lysis, but instead actively participates in its own death. Option B is partially correct but does not mention the formation of blebs, which is a characteristic feature of apoptosis. Option C is incorrect as apoptotic events generally do not stimulate nearby cells to divide. Option E is incorrect as the nucleus and organelles are not lysed, but rather fragmented during apoptosis.

Which of the Following Describes the Events of Apoptosis