5.4 - Community Stability Flashcards
1
Q
Succession:
A
When a community experiences a somewhat predictable series of changes over time
2
Q
The 2 types of succession:
A
- Primary Succession
- Secondary Succession
3
Q
Primary Succession:
A
After effects of an event so devastating that there’s no life vegetation/soil life
4
Q
Secondary Succession:
A
After effects of a disturbance that greatly alters a community but doesn’t kill all life
5
Q
Pioneer Species:
A
The first species recolonizing land after Primary Succession leaves areas desolate
6
Q
Climax Community:
A
A stable community that has completed the succession proccess
7
Q
Invasive Species:
A
A non-native organism held out of check and is spread wide and far throughout a community
