Choose the correct statement. a. Secondary succession can occur where the disturbance has left the soil intact. b. Secondary succession occurs when no soil exists in a place. c. Primary succession can take place only when soil is left after a disturbance. d. Sometimes, during a succession, local species inhibits the growth of newcomers, a phenomenon termed as facilitation.

Choose the correct statement. a. Secondary succession can occur where the disturbance has left the soil intact. b. Secondary succession occurs when no soil exists in a place. c. Primary succession can take place only when soil is left after a disturbance. d. Sometimes, during a succession, local species inhibits the growth of newcomers, a phenomenon termed as facilitation.

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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Chapter44: Human Effects On The Biosphere

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Problem 3SA: Deforestation ______. a. increases mineral runoff from soil b. decreases local temperature c....

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