Moss gametophytes are haploid and each cell has an identical genetic make up. Yet, different branches of the same plant can produce either female or male reproductive structures. What phenomenon do you think is demonstrated in this case?
A) Modularity
B) Expression of organ identity genes
C) Developmental plasticity
D) Heterochrony
E) Genetic switches

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Developmental plasticity allows organisms to alter their development in response to environmental conditions, enabling different branches to produce either male or female structures.

Moss Gametophytes Are Haploid and Each Cell Has an Identical