AP BIOLOGY

ECOLOGY

ECOLOGICAL SUCCESSION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which progression best explains secondary succession?
A
lichens>grass>shrubs>small trees> big trees
B
mosses>creates soil>grasses>small trees> big trees
C
Volcano destroys ecosystem>grasses>shrubs>small trees>big trees
D
Volcano forms new island> lichens>grasses>shrubs>small trees>big trees
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is Secondary Succession? Secondary succession is an ecosystem that begins where there was a previous ecosystem present. In the case of secondary succession, an event such as a fire, tornado, volcanic eruption, flood, or other type of catastrophic event took place, destroying the existing ecosystem.

Detailed explanation-2: -In secondary succession, a previously occupied area is re-colonized following a disturbance that kills much or all of its community. A classic example of secondary succession occurs in oak and hickory forests cleared by wildfire. Wildfires will burn most vegetation and kill animals unable to flee the area.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which of the following best describes when secondary succession occurs? Explanation: Secondary succession can be described as the colonization of a habitat that once supported plant and animal life but was abandoned due to ecological disturbance.

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