Biology 2010 Student Edition

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 9780133669510
ISBN 13: 978-0-13366-951-0

Chapter 4, Ecosystems and Communities - 4.3 - Succession - 4.3 Assessment - Page 109: 1a

Answer

Pioneer species convert atmospheric nitrogen into forms that can be used by other organisms. These species also break down rock to form soil.

Work Step by Step

Pioneer species make an environment habitable for other species. They convert atmospheric nitrogen into forms that can be used by other organisms. These species also break down rock to form soil.
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