What happens to the total biomass and species diversity as succession progresses from pioneer to climax stages?
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Correct answer: Both biomass and diversity typically increase.
As succession advances, the structural complexity of the ecosystem increases, leading to higher total biomass and greater species richness. However, diversity may plateau or slightly decline in the final climax stage depending on the ecosystem.
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