Which mechanism directs the differentiation of adult structures during insect metamorphosis when larval tissues histolyze?

💡 Explanation

Imaginal disc cell fate determination governs adult structure formation because localized morphogen gradients activate transcription factors thereby directing the differentiation pathway, rather than directly preventing apoptosis; therefore cell survival isn't the directive factor.

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