Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 11 - The Cell Cycle and Cell Division - 11.6 - Cell Death Is Important in Living Organisms - 11.6 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 234: 1

Answer

Apoptosis refers to programmed cell death, a form of cell death that is caused by normal, healthy processes in the body. Necrosis is the premature death of cells and tissue. This is caused by external factors such as pathogens or toxins.

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Apoptosis refers to programmed cell death, a form of cell death that is caused by normal, healthy processes in the body. Necrosis is the premature death of cells and tissue. This is caused by external factors such as pathogens or toxins.
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