Ecological Succession Quiz

What is ecological succession?

• Ecological succession is the process of change in the weather patterns of an ecological community over time.

• Ecological succession is the process of change in the species structure of an ecological community over time.

• Ecological succession is the process of change in the political dynamics of an ecological community over time.

• Ecological succession is the process of change in the geological structure of an ecological community over time.

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What is primary succession?

• Primary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in a polluted environment.

• Primary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs after a natural disaster.

• Primary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in a well-established ecosystem.

• Primary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in an environment that has never been colonized before, such as bare rock or sand.

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What is secondary succession?

• Secondary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in an area where an existing community has been partially or completely destroyed, but the soil is still intact.

• Secondary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in an area where the soil is still intact but no new community forms.

• Secondary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in an area where an existing community has been enhanced.

• Secondary succession is the process of ecological succession that occurs in an area where the soil has been completely destroyed.

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What are pioneer species?

• Pioneer species are only found in tropical regions

• Pioneer species are the first organisms to colonize a newly exposed area, such as after a volcanic eruption or glacial retreat.

• Pioneer species are the largest organisms in an ecosystem

• Pioneer species are always carnivorous

What is a climax community?

• A climax community is a community that is constantly changing and evolving

• A climax community is a community that is in the early stages of development

• A climax community is a community that is dominated by a single species

• A climax community is a stable, mature community that undergoes little or no change in species over time.

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Which type of succession occurs on bare rock or newly formed land?

• Secondary succession

• Primary succession

• Final succession

• Tertiary succession

Which type of succession occurs after a disturbance like a fire or flood?

• Tertiary succession

• Primary succession

• Secondary succession

• Quaternary succession

What are some examples of pioneer species?

• Roses, daisies, sunflowers

• Oak trees, pine trees, maple trees

• Cacti, succulents, palm trees

• Lichens, mosses, certain types of grasses

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What is the final stage of ecological succession called?

• Initial community

• Peak population

• Stable community

• Climax community

What are some characteristics of pioneer species?

• Do not play a role in the early stages of ecological succession

• Some characteristics of pioneer species include rapid growth, ability to tolerate harsh conditions, and the ability to colonize new or disturbed environments.

• Slow growth and inability to tolerate harsh conditions

• Prefer to stay in stable environments