If a cell experiences irreparable DNA damage during replication, which consequence follows due to caspase activation?

💡 Explanation

Caspase activation triggers a cascade of proteolytic events, leading to apoptosis, because these enzymes dismantle cellular components in a controlled manner, therefore programmed cell death occurs, rather than uncontrolled cell lysis, which could harm surrounding tissues.

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