The activation of caspases is likely to lead to_________________?

Correct answer: C. Apoptotic cell death

  • A. Mitotic cell division
  • B. Blood coagulation
  • C. Apoptotic cell death
  • D. G1 to S phase of cell cycle

Explanation

Caspases are proteolytic enzymes that dismantle the cell during apoptosis by cleaving structural and regulatory proteins. They do not drive coagulation, mitosis, or progression from G1 to S phase.

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