Even though plant and animal development processes share a number of features, there are some differences between the two groups of organisms. Which of the following is NOT a shared characteristic of plant and animal development?
A) Cell types, once determined, generally cannot change their differentiated characteristics.
B) Orientation of cells and tissues is critical for proper development.
C) Differentiation of cells is directed and maintained by cascades of signals.
D) Gene expression in developing embryonic tissues is closely regulated.

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In plants, many cell types have the ability to dedifferentiate and re-differentiate into other cell types, allowing for more plasticity in development. Animal cell types, once determined, generally cannot change their differentiated characteristics.

Even Though Plant and Animal Development Processes Share a Number