2. which statement best describes the differences in species diversity between an ecosystem
beginning the process of primary succession and one beginning the process of secondary
succession?
a. species diversity is much greater in the ecosystem undergoing primary succession
because that ecosystem is experiencing a longer period with a lack of competition.
b. no differences in species diversity exist because both ecosystems initially lack living
organisms.
c. species diversity is much greater in the ecosystem undergoing primary succession
because the lack of soil provides a greater area for organisms to claim niches.
d. species diversity is greater in the ecosystem undergoing secondary succession because
the soil already contains seeds and spores of various species.