Neurons deemed unnecessary after circuit formation will undergo programmed cell death known as ___________.

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Apoptosis is the process of programmed cell death that occurs in multicellular organisms. It is a mechanism by which cells that are no longer needed or are a threat to the organism are systematically dismantled and removed. This process is crucial during development, including the formation of neural circuits, where it helps to eliminate excess neurons to refine neural networks.

Neurons Deemed Unnecessary After Circuit Formation Will Undergo Programmed Cell