Why Would Seed Viability Be Longer with Early-Successional Species Versus

question 113

Multiple Choice

Why would seed viability be longer with early-successional species versus late-successional species?

• A) Early-successional species produce fewer seeds.
• B) Seeds from early-successional plants may not germinate until conditions change after a disturbance.
• C) Early-successional species' seeds often are eaten by animals.
• D) Early-successional species' seeds are shade tolerant.

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