Select the correct statement regarding plant plasticity:

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Select the correct statement regarding plant plasticity:

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Plasticity is the ability to produce different types of fruits. Heterophylly is an example of plasticity. Correct Plasticity refers to permanent genetic changes. Plasticity prevents developmental changes in plants.

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Heterophylly, the presence of different leaf types in the same plant (e.g., coriander), is an example of developmental plasticity.

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