If an organism fails to regulate apoptosis, resulting in excessive apoptosis, which of the following processes might result?
A) Neurodegenerative disorder
B) Autoimmune disorder
C) Lymphoma
D) Carcinoma

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Excessive apoptosis can lead to neurodegenerative disorders where too many neurons die off, leading to impaired function and potential symptoms such as memory loss and cognitive decline. Autoimmune disorders, lymphoma, and carcinoma are more commonly associated with a failure to regulate apoptosis, resulting in insufficient apoptosis and thus the accumulation of abnormal cells.

If an Organism Fails to Regulate Apoptosis, Resulting in Excessive