Why Might a Forest Contain Both Climax Tree Species and a Few

question 94

Multiple Choice

Why might a forest contain both climax tree species and a few early-succession species?

• A) Grazers ate most of the grass species in the area.
• B) Legumes have not established everywhere in the forest.
• C) Disturbances have produced gaps of intense sunlight.
• D) Fire has removed most of the understorey species.

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