8 Questions
Which type of cell death is described as an active, programmed process of autonomous cellular dismantling that avoids eliciting inflammation?
Apoptosis
What is the term for the sum of total morphologic changes that follow cell death in a living tissue or organ?
Necrosis
What is the term for the presence of too many eosinophils in the body, which is part of a group of cells called white blood cells?
Eosinophilia
Which type of cell death is characterized as passive, accidental cell death resulting from environmental factors?
Necrosis
What term describes the very smooth and shiny appearance, like glass, observed in the cytoplasm of dead cells?
Glassy appearance
Which of the following statements best describes the role of cell destruction mechanisms in multicellular organisms?
They are essential for maintaining a constant number of cells in the body
What is the significance of the body's ability to maintain a constant number of cells?
It ensures proper growth, development, and maintenance of multicellular organisms
Why is it necessary for multicellular organisms to have mechanisms for removing cells from the body?
To eliminate unwanted or damaged cells and maintain tissue homeostasis
Test your knowledge of cell death with this quiz! Explore different forms of cell death, including apoptosis, and understand the vital role it plays in the growth and maintenance of multicellular organisms.
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