R2 Ecological Succession

What is ecological succession?

• A gradual process by which ecosystems change and develop over time

• A sudden change in the ecosystem

• A process that only occurs in aquatic environments

• A process that leads to the destruction of ecosystems

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What characterizes a climax community?

• A stable structure and composition of species

• A community with no species

• A rapidly changing ecosystem

• An ecosystem with only pioneer species

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What is the main difference between primary and secondary succession?

• Primary succession occurs in lifeless areas, while secondary succession occurs where soil is intact

• Primary succession is faster than secondary succession

• Secondary succession occurs in aquatic environments only

• Primary succession does not involve pioneer species

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which factor does NOT influence the rate and direction of ecological succession?

• The color of the sky

• Climate

• Soil quality

• Disturbances such as fires and storms

How do human activities impact ecological succession?

• They can accelerate or hinder natural processes

• They have no impact on ecological succession

• They only accelerate ecological succession

• They only hinder ecological succession

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