Title: Explain principles and processes of ecological succession in different vegetation communities.
Course: Introduction to Natural Resources and Ecology Systems (18504) > Section: Understanding Natural Resource Management

Explanation should include

- climax stage
- disturbance
- dominant species
- pioneer species
- competitive advantage
- primary and secondary succession
- impact of invasive species.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some examples of pioneer species?
- What is a dominant species?
- Why is competition so important to the stability of an ecosystem?
- How does a plant’s shade tolerance affect its role in succession?
- How does climate change alter succession patterns across biomes?