BIOLOGY

JAMB 2005 - Question 39

Biology 2005 JAMB Past Questions - Question 39: Secondary succession is much faster than primary succession because

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
Secondary succession is much faster than primary succession because
A:
B:
C:
D:
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Correct Answer

D

Explanation

organisms that survived the destruction of the former habitant can easily re-colonize the disturbed area within a short period e.g. the seeds of weeds, shrubs and trees germinate immediately after the rain. the underground storage organs like tubers rhizomes etc. also sprout. these plants compete with another. before long the trees out compete the weeds and shrubs