Apoptosis
The programmed death of a cell
Real World Example
Imagine you have a garden full of plants, and every once in a while, you need to prune away the dead or overgrown branches to ensure the overall health of the garden. Apoptosis is like this gardening process, where the body strategically removes cells that are damaged, unnecessary, or potentially harmful, to maintain the health of the entire organism. Just as pruning helps prevent disease and promotes growth in your garden, apoptosis helps prevent diseases like cancer and ensures that the body functions efficiently by removing unwanted cells.
Practice Version
