Fragmentation of nucleus in a cell is termed as
A. Pyknosis
B. Karyorrhexis
C. Karyolysis
D. Chromatolysis
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Fragmentation of nucleus in a cell is termed Karyorrhexis.Karyorrhexis is the destructive fragmentation of the nucleus of a dying cell whereby its chromatin is distributed irregularly throughout the cytoplasm.
It is usually preceded by pyknosis and can occur as a result of either programmed cell death, cellular senescence, or necrosis. In apoptosis, the cleavage of DNA is done by Ca2+ and Mg2+ -dependent endonucleases.
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