Succession Introduction (Bio A)

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6 questions
Read through the paragraphs below, and analyze the figure. Also, go back through your 6.2 Reading Guide as you read through the questions and answer them.
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What is ecological succession? (Look at the definition here AND in your notes to come up with a definition in your OWN WORDS)

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What are some examples of pioneer species mentioned in the book and in this reading?

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What do pioneer species do to allow new species of pants to move into the area?

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How is primary succession different from secondary succession? (Use your reading guide AND the reading here to help you answer fully)

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Why does secondary succession happen faster than primary succession?

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Look at the diagram. Do you think this is showing primary succession over time or secondary succession? Please support what you say with evidence from the reading and the diagram.