ECOLOGY
ECOLOGICAL SUCCESSION
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Question
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____ are the first organisms to colonize an area and begin the process of ecological succession.
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foundational organisms
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introductory organisms
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pioneer species
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The first organisms appearing in the regions of primary succession are pioneer species (usually lichens or mosses). They are the first species present. They must be strong and hardy. The development of a new community is succession.
Detailed explanation-2: -Pioneer Species – The first organisms to colonize any newly available area and begin the process of ecological succession.
Detailed explanation-3: -Primary Succession The first species to colonize a disturbed area such as this are calle d pioneer species (see Figure below). They change the environment and pave the way for other species to come into the area. Pioneer species are likely to include ba cteria and lichens that can live on bare rock.
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