Question

the picture shows secondary succession in a deciduous forest. what feature distinguishes this process as secondary succession? the stages begin with a forest fire. the stages include pioneer species. the stages occur in a deciduous forest. the stages result in a climax community.

Explanation:

Secondary succession occurs in an area that has been disturbed but where soil and some organisms still remain. A forest fire disturbs the ecosystem but leaves the soil intact, which is a key characteristic of secondary succession. Pioneer species, climax community, and the location (deciduous forest) are not unique to secondary succession. Pioneer species also occur in primary succession. Both primary and secondary succession can result in a climax community. And the type of forest (deciduous) is just the location, not a distinguishing feature of secondary succession.

Answer:

The stages begin with a forest fire.