ECOLOGY
ECOLOGICAL SUCCESSION
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had very little effect on the diversity of plant and animal life in that field
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increased the diversity of plant and animal life in that field
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decreased the diversity of plant and animal life in that field
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none of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Ecological succession is the process by which the mix of species and habitat in an area changes over time. Gradually, these communities replace one another until a “climax community”-like a mature forest-is reached, or until a disturbance, like a fire, occurs. Ecological succession is a fundamental concept in ecology.
Detailed explanation-2: -Pioneer Species – The first organisms to colonize any newly available area and begin the process of ecological succession.
Detailed explanation-3: -The 5 stages of Ecological Succession in successive order are-Nudation, Invasion, Competition and Co-action, Reaction, and Climax or Stabilization.
Detailed explanation-4: -Places where primary succession occurs include newly exposed rock areas, sand dunes, and lava flows. Simple species that can tolerate the often-harsh environment become established first. These organisms help enrich the soil, allowing other species to become established.