One Form of Programmed Cell Death Is Apoptosis

question 16

Multiple Choice

One form of programmed cell death is apoptosis. In which developmental situation would you predict apoptosis would NOT play a major role?

• A) growth of nerves and blood vessels into a body segment
• B) destroying embryonic nerve cells as part of "wiring" an effective nervous system
• C) elimination of dangerous immune cells
• D) sculpting of digits in the developing hindlimb