3 Questions
Which of the following is true about primary succession?
It involves pioneer species
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the process of plant succession?
Plant species diversity
What is the difference between autogenic and allogenic succession?
Autogenic succession is driven by abiotic factors, while allogenic succession is driven by biotic factors
Study Notes
Primary Succession
- Primary succession occurs in areas where no soil or vegetation existed before, such as after a volcanic eruption or in a newly formed delta.
- It begins with the establishment of pioneer species, such as lichens and mosses, which are able to survive in harsh conditions.
Factors Influencing Plant Succession
- Climate, topography, and soil type are factors that influence the process of plant succession.
- Human activities, such as deforestation and land use, can also impact plant succession.
- Not a factor that influences plant succession: the presence of a particular species of bird.
Autogenic and Allogenic Succession
- Autogenic succession is driven by changes within the ecosystem itself, such as the accumulation of organic matter or the creation of shade.
- Allogenic succession is driven by external factors, such as changes in climate or the introduction of new species.
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