Ecological Succession

Succession that occurs in an area with NO SOIL

• ecological succession 
• primary succession 
• secondary succession
• pioneer speciles

The picture shows what type of succession?

• primary
• secondary
• tertiary
• quadanary

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Starts with BARE ROCK followed by lichen

• primary succession 
• secondary succession
• both types of succession

The picture shows what type of succession?

• primary
• secondary
• tertiary
• quadanary

How do lichens contribute to primary succession?

• Lichens decompose organic matter from animals and plants
• Lichens begin to break down rock to form soil
• Lichens are nitrogen fixing bacteria
• Lichens convert carbohydrates into fossil fuels.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which type of succession occurs over time?

• primary succession 
• secondary succession
• both types of succession

Reaches a climax community quicker because soil is already present

• primary succession 
• secondary succession
• both types of succession

What is the first species you will see after a primary succession? (in picture)

• lichens
• grasses
• small plants

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

What are the pioneer species for secondary succession?

• lichen
• moss
• grass
• algae

Secondary succession occurs where an ecosystem has previously existed. 

• false
• true