Apoptosis is a process that aids in the controlled destruction of cells once they become damaged or old. If apoptosis does not occur, which of the following would be a consequence/result?
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues and organs. It can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, and brain. Which of the following describes a consequence of this disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a disorder that can affect a person’s movement, balance, and coordination due to a mutation disrupting the production of healthy mitochondria. Observe the arrows in the diagram below.

Which of the following best describes how the mutation impacts a person with Parkinson’s disease?
A mutation in the pituitary gland causes an excess of growth hormone to be produced. This causes a build up of bone cells and soft tissue. This condition is Acromegaly and it affects 0.006% of the population.
Which of the following statements about acromegaly is true?
Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder that causes memory loss, change in behavior, and difficulty with daily tasks. Many factors such as age and genetics contribute to the disease where damage to neurons (brain cells) occurs over time. Observe the data below:
Which conclusion can be made from the information in this bar graph?