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Phenotypic Plasticity

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Phenotypic plasticity refers to the ability of an organism to change its phenotype, or physical traits, in response to changes in the environment.

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