Apoptosis ____.
A) is a programmed mechanism of cell death
B) promotes the survival and growth of the axon
C) promotes the survival and growth of dendrites
D) is a programmed mechanism of cell growth

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Apoptosis is a programmed mechanism of cell death used by cells to remove damaged or unwanted cells. It helps maintain tissue homeostasis and plays a critical role in development, immune response, and prevention of cancer. B, C, and D are incorrect because apoptosis does not promote the survival or growth of either axons or dendrites, nor is it a programmed mechanism of cell growth.