Domestication of rice depended upon the change from dehiscence to indehiscence.

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Dehiscence refers to the natural opening of the seed pod, which causes the rice grains to scatter, making it difficult to harvest. Indehiscence, the ability of the seed pod to remain closed, allowed for easier harvesting and domestication of rice. This trait was selected for by humans over time, leading to the development of modern rice varieties.

Domestication of Rice Depended Upon the Change from Dehiscence to Indehiscence