How does the space between our fingers arise?

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The space between our fingers arises due to the programmed cell death or apoptosis of the tissue in the webbing during fetal development. This is a normal process which allows the digits to separate and form distinct fingers. The cells do not die by necrosis (A) or become part of the fingers (D) as this would result in webbed fingers. Mitosis (B) and meiosis (E) are processes of cell division that do not play a role in the formation of the space between our fingers.

How Does the Space Between Our Fingers Arise