Question

How does primary succession start in water and lead to the climax community? Explain.

Answer 1

Primary succession in water

• The pioneer species are phytoplanktons.
• The phytoplanktons are replaced by free-floating angiosperms.
• Then, rooted angiosperms invade sedges, grasses and finally the trees.
• At last, a stable climax forest is formed.
• An aquatic habitat is converted into mesic habitat.