Which type of ecological succession occurs on a surface where no soil previously existed, such as a new volcanic island?
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Correct answer: Primary succession
Primary succession begins in essentially lifeless areas where there is no soil. It starts with pioneer species like lichens that break down rock to help form the initial layers of soil.
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