What is ecological succession?
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.
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What is primary succession?
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Primary succession is the type of ecological succession that occurs in an area where no soil exists, such as bare rock, and begins with pioneer species.
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What are pioneer species?
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Pioneer species are the first organisms to colonize a barren environment in the process of ecological succession, often including lichens and mosses.
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What is secondary succession?
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Secondary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in an area where a disturbance has destroyed an existing community but left the soil intact.
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What is a climax community?
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A climax community is a stable and mature ecological community that has reached the final stage of succession, characterized by a diverse array of species.
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What role do disturbances play in ecological succession?
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Disturbances, such as fires or human activities, can reset ecological succession, allowing for new species to establish and biodiversity to increase.
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What is biodiversity?
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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species and their relative abundance.
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