5) Pioneer plant species could be described as those that

a. sprout from seeds after a forest fire.

b. form large forest trees that shade understory plants.

c. are slow to mature, and require a soil with well-balanced nutrients.

d. are small in size, and have highly effective means of dispersing their seeds.

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Biology

Hayden Coffey

26 November, 04:49

5) Pioneer plant species could be described as those that

a. sprout from seeds after a forest fire.

b. form large forest trees that shade understory plants.

c. are slow to mature, and require a soil with well-balanced nutrients.

d. are small in size, and have highly effective means of dispersing their seeds.

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Nia Singh · Answer 1

D is the best answer. Pioneer species are those that "invade" a barren area during primary succession. Therefore, they must be effective in dispersing seeds so as to vegetate the area.