Which Process Is Likely Guiding Primary Succession in an Ecosystem

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which process is likely guiding primary succession in an ecosystem where,over a period of years,bare rock was colonized by lichens that gave way to moss that in turn gave way to ferns? 

• A) tolerance 
• B) facilitation 
• C) inhibition 
• D) interspecific competition

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