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patterning
patterning Patterning refers to developmental processes that set up the spatial layout of tissues by organizing direction, position, and relationships among cells.
Patterning refers to developmental processes that set up the spatial layout of tissues by organizing direction, position, and relationships among cells. In the source framework, it is distinguished from later coordination processes that help cells and networks carry out those organized plans over time.