Science Review - Primary And Secondary Succession Flashcards
What is the first stage of Primary succession?
Bare Rock
What is the third stage of Primary succession?
Small annual plants
What is the second stage of Primary succession?
Pioneer Species such as moss and lichens break down the rocks
What is the fourth stage of Primary succession?
Grasses and Perennials
What is the fifth stage of Primary succession?
Grasses, shrubs, and shade - intolerant trees such as pines
What is the last stage of Primary Succession?
A climax community (stable) - shade - tolerant trees such as oak and hickory
What is the first stage of Secondary succession?
Some soil (STARTS WITH SOIL!!!!)
What is the second stage of Secondary succession?
Annual Plants
What is the third stage of Secondary succession?
Grasses and Perennials
What is the fourth stage of Secondary succession?
Grasses, shrubs, pines, young oak, and hickory
What is the last stage of Secondary succession?
Climax Community (stable) - Mature oak and hickory forest