FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD MICROBIOLOGY

MICROORGANISMS IN FOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the goal of the pioneer species in Primary Succession?
A
To kill the dead materials after a disaster
B
To rebuild soil
C
To feed Johnny
D
To put fresh oxygen into the air
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The settling of a pioneer community marks the start of the colonizing phase of primary succession. Examples of pioneer species are lichens, algae, and fungi. These species are more tolerant and eventually contribute to the formation of the soil by breaking down rocks into smaller particles.

Detailed explanation-2: -Biology definition: Pioneer species is the first ones to colonize a bare substrate in primary succession while first to colonize a destroyed habitat in secondary succession.

Detailed explanation-3: -Weathering allows hardy pioneer species to grow on the rocks. Decomposition of pioneer species provides organic material to make soil. Small annual plants are able to grow on the soil. As the soil layer grows plants such as trees are able to colonize the area.

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