19.6 succession Flashcards
1
Q
what is a pioneer species?
A
first species to colonise an inhospitable area
2
Q
what is a climax community?
A
stable community
3
Q
stages of succession
A
- Pioneer species increases then decreases;
- species makes the conditions less hostile;
- pioneer species outcompeted;
- change in biodiversity;
- climax community forms;