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in 1988, there was a forest fire that burned down hundreds of acres in the eastern islands of greece, causing organisms to leave the area. which conclusion describes the type of succession that would occur after the forest fire?
primary succession would occur, and the animals would recolonize the area quickly
secondary succession would occur where lichen and moss are needed to create new soil.
secondary succession would occur where grasses and shrubs are the first species to grow back.
primary succession would occur, with it likely taking thousands of years for a climax community to return.

Explanation:

Primary succession occurs in areas with no soil, like on newly - formed volcanic islands. After a forest fire, soil is still present. Secondary succession happens in areas where a disturbance has occurred but soil remains. Grasses and shrubs are often the first species to grow back in secondary succession. Lichen and moss are involved in primary succession to create new soil.

Answer:

Secondary succession would occur where grasses and shrubs are the first species to grow back.