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Which of the following would be categorized as a cultural ecosystem service of forests?
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48. Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
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Which of the following best describes a pioneer species in an ecological succession?
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A species that requires a stable environment to thrive
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A species that is the first to colonize barren environments
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A species that is the last to appear in a climax community
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A species that is highly dependent on other species for survival
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Understand the concept of ecological succession, which is the process by which the structure of a biological community evolves over time.
Recognize that pioneer species are the first organisms to colonize a barren or disturbed environment, initiating an ecological succession.
Identify the characteristics of pioneer species, such as their ability to survive in harsh conditions and their role in modifying the environment to make it more habitable for other species.
Differentiate between pioneer species and other types of species in succession, such as those that appear later in a climax community, which is a stable and mature ecological community.
Conclude that the best description of a pioneer species is one that is the first to colonize barren environments, as they play a crucial role in starting the ecological succession process.
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