Apoptosis and the Physiology of Caspases

The video discusses the regulation of mitosis and the importance of preventing DNA mutations. It explains apoptosis, a programmed cell death mechanism, and its molecular basis involving caspases. The extrinsic and intrinsic pathways of apoptosis are detailed, highlighting the roles of initiator and executioner caspases. The video also covers the involvement of immune cells like cytotoxic lymphocytes and natural killer cells in inducing apoptosis to prevent the propagation of mutated DNA.

What triggers the extrinsic pathway of apoptosis?

What happens to the DNA during the apoptotic process?

Explain the significance of the balance between pro-life and pro-death proteins in cellular health.

Discuss the role of cytotoxic lymphocytes in apoptosis.