Organelles involved in Apoptosis – MCQ

Which of the following organelles plays a pivotal role in Apoptosis?
A. Mitochondria
B. Endoplasmic Reticulum
C. Nucleus
D. Golgi Apparatus

Correct answer : A. Mitochondria

Apoptosis can be initiated by both intracellular and extracellular signals
Mitochondria plays an important role in mediating apoptosis initiated by intracellular signals
Cell surface death receptors play an important role in mediating apoptosis initiated by extracellular signals

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