Organisms and Populations Question 8
8. Which one of the following statements is correct for secondary succession? [2011]
(a) It begins on a bare rock.
(b) It occurs on a deforested site.
(c) It follows primary succession.
(d) It is similar to primary succession except that it has a relatively fast pace.
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Answer : b
Hints & Solutions
(b) Secondary succession refers to the regrowth of a habitat in the area where disruptive event has occurred and eliminated the existing, above ground plant life of the natural habitat. So, it occurs on a deforested site.
