Succession in Ecosystems

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What is succession in ecosystems?

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The process of change in the species structure of an ecological community over time.

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What is primary succession?

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The development of a community in an area that has never supported life before.

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What is secondary succession?

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The reestablishment of a damaged ecosystem where soil is already present.

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What are pioneer species?

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Species that are the first to colonize previously disrupted or damaged ecosystems.

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What role do pioneer species play in primary succession?

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They create conditions that allow other species to establish.

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What is a climax community?

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A stable and mature community with little change in species composition.

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What is the significance of soil in secondary succession?

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It contains nutrients necessary for plant growth.

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What happens after a disturbance in an ecosystem?

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Secondary succession occurs, leading to the recovery of the ecosystem.

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What is the sequence of stages in secondary succession?

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Climax community, Disturbance, pioneer species, intermediate species, climax community.

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How does biodiversity change during succession?

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Biodiversity typically increases as succession progresses.