A temporary cell that is no longer useful for development undergoes preprogrammed cell death. During this process,

A. the cell can no longer adhere to other cells.
B. the cytoskeleton forms large, complex structures.
C. mitochondria merge.
D. chromosomes join.


Answer: A

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