Ecological succession

The process by which the structure of a biological community evolves over time.

• Nitrogen cycle

• Ecological succession

• Evolution

• Survival of the fittest

________ occurs in areas where a community that previously existed has been in existence.

• Primary succession

• Secondary succession

• Evolution

• None of these.

What are some examples of first species (pioneer) to appear in ecological succession?

• Lichen and algae

• Alpine lupine and hard coral

• bear and grouper

• oak trees and cactus

When did Mt. Saint Helens have a major eruption?

• 1979

• 1980

• 1880

• 1990

What is final stage of ecological succession?

• Primary succession

• Secondary succession

• Pioneer & Niche species

• Climax communities

This is an example of what succession plant?

• hardwoods

• softwoods

• secondary plants

• primary succession lichen

What is the plant as it relates to succession?

• primary succession

• secondary succession/lupine

• softwoods

• hardwoods

What is the group of plants shown?

• hardwood species

• softwood species

• pioneer and niche species

• primary species

What group of plants is found in a climax succession?

• lichen

• lupine

• softwoods

• hardwoods

What is meant by flora and fauna in ecological succession?

• flora = plants and fauna = animals

• flora = flowers and fauna = water

• flora = insects and fauna = deer

• flora and fauna have nothing to do with ecological succession