terminal cell fate specification, open tracheal system

Term ID

GO:0035154

Synonyms

• terminal cell fate specification

Definition

The process in which a cell in an open tracheal system becomes capable of differentiating autonomously into a terminal cell in an environment that is neutral with respect to the developmental pathway; upon specification, the cell fate can be reversed. Terminal cells send long and bifurcated hollow branches toward target tissues to allow oxygen exchange. (2)

References

Ontology

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