Which of the Following Does $\underline { \text { not } }$

question 145

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does $\underline { \text { not } }$ usually occur with ecological succession?

• A) the establishment of less complex ecosystems
• B) an increase in biodiversity
• C) an increase in stability
• D) modification of the physical environment
• E) None of these occur.

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