Ecological Succession

Ecological Succession

Multiple Choice

What is biodiversity?

• Number of things that live on Earth

• Number AND variety of things that live on Earth

• Variety of animals in Georgia

• Number of animals in Georgia

Multiple Choice

What is Ecological Succession?

• Changes in an ecosystem over time

• Ecology

• Biodiversity in a specific area

• A presidential election

Multiple Choice

What would be the first species to grow during succession?

• Small Trees

• Moss

• Lichen

• Shrubs

Multiple Choice

What is the MOST stable stage of Ecological Succession?

• Shrub Stage

• Hardwood Tree Stage

• Lichen Stage

• Small Tree Stage

Open Ended

What is an example of a Pioneer Species?

Multiple Choice

What keeps the fertile soil from washing away?

• Bridges

• Dirt

• Sand

• Grass

Multiple Choice

Why would aquatic animals be replaced with terrestrial animals in succession?

• The water goes away.

• The terrestrial animals took over the water.

• The water got polluted so the aquatic animals died.