Multiple choice

When new ecosystem develops after an existing ecosystem is disturbed (forced fire) this is called?

  1. primary succession

  2. succession

  3. secondly succession
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Secondary succession occurs when an existing ecosystem is disturbed but soil remains intact. Primary succession happens on completely new surfaces with no soil. The term 'secondly succession' is a typo but clearly means secondary succession.

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