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What Is Xerarch Succession

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Among bryophytes, lichens and fern which one is a pioneer species in a xeric succession?

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In a xeric succession the pioneer species are usually lichens then bryophytes, which are succeeded by ferns and some other bigger plants.

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Q. Identify the correct statements regarding succession of plants.
(i) xerach succession leads finally to mesic conditions
(ii) primary succession is faster than secondary succession
(iii) bryophytes are generally the pioneer species for primary succession on rocks

Q. Consider the following statements in the context of ecological succession:

1. Lichens are considered a pioneer species.
2. Phytoplanktons act as pioneer species in aquatic ecosystems.

Which of the above are correct?

Q. Lichens are usually the pioneer species in xerarch succession. As per the five-kingdom system of classification given by Whittaker, lichens are placed in which kingdom?

Q. Lichen is a pioneer in which succession?

Q. Assertion :Lichens and mosses are said to form the pioneer community in xerarch succession
Reason: It is because these species get established later, during the course of succession.

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