Question

The growth of lichens followed by mosses, herbs, shrubs and trees is an example of ____________.

Options

• Xerarch succession

• Hydrarch succession

• Stratification

• Zonation

Answer 1

The growth of lichens followed by mosses, herbs, shrubs and trees is an example of Xerarch succession.

Explanation:

Xeric succession, or life spreading on barren land, is illustrated by lichens, herbs, bushes, and trees. Hydrarch succession is the progression of plants from relatively shallow water to a mature forest.