Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Apoptosis through the extrinsic pathway is activated by factors such as lack of oxygen or growth factors.
2. Apoptosis is used in humans in order to eliminate cells infected by viruses, cells that are worn out, and those that have the potential to cause cancer.
3. Ligands that promote cell death are typically found on the surface of cells of the immune system that recognize abnormal cells and target them for destruction.
4. The most prominent tissue type present in plants is the dermis.


1. FALSE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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