Ecological Succession Review

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What is ecological succession?

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A slow change in an environment.

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What is primary succession?

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The process of ecological succession that occurs on surfaces where no soil exists, such as after a volcanic eruption.

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What is secondary succession?

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The process of ecological succession that occurs in areas where a disturbance has destroyed an existing ecosystem but soil remains.

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What is a pioneer species?

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The first species to colonize previously disrupted or damaged ecosystems, often leading to ecological succession.

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What is a climax community?

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A stable and mature community that undergoes little change in species composition.

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What is the final stage of ecological succession?

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Climax Community.

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What role do lichens play in ecological succession?

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Lichens are often pioneer species that help break down rock to form soil.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary succession?

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Primary succession occurs on bare rock without soil, while secondary succession occurs in areas where soil is present after a disturbance.

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What is a disturbance in an ecosystem?

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An event that changes a community by removing organisms or altering resource availability.

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What is a stable community?

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A community that remains relatively unchanged over time, often referred to as a climax community.