Ecological succession

Ecological succession

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is ecological succession?

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Ecological succession is the process by which ecosystems change and develop over time, involving a series of progressive changes in species composition and community structure.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main types of ecological succession?

Back

The two main types of ecological succession are primary succession and secondary succession.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is primary succession?

Back

Primary succession occurs in lifeless areas where soil has not yet formed, such as after a volcanic eruption or glacier retreat.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is secondary succession?

Back

Secondary succession occurs in areas where a disturbance has destroyed an existing ecosystem but soil and some organisms still remain, such as after a forest fire.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are pioneer species?

Back

Pioneer species are the first organisms to colonize previously uninhabited or disturbed land, playing a crucial role in soil formation and ecosystem development.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a pioneer species in primary succession.

Back

Lichens are often the first organisms to appear in primary succession, as they can grow on bare rock and help create soil.

7.

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Front

What role do pioneer species play in secondary succession?

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In secondary succession, pioneer species help to stabilize the environment, enrich the soil, and prepare the habitat for more complex plant and animal communities.

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