Question

which statement best describes the difference between primary and secondary succession? in primary succession, the pioneer community is a new or barren habitat, whereas in secondary succession, the pioneer community is already existing habitat that has been disturbed. in primary succession, the pioneer community contains nutrient - poor soil, whereas in secondary succession, the pioneer community contains nutrient - rich soil. in primary succession, the pioneer community changes relatively quickly, whereas in secondary succession, the pioneer community changes relatively slowly. in primary succession, the pioneer community changes as a result of natural forces, whereas in secondary succession, the pioneer community changes as a result of human actions.

Explanation:

Primary succession occurs in new or barren habitats with no existing soil, starting from scratch. Secondary succession happens in an already - existing habitat that has been disturbed. The pioneer community in primary succession is in a new or barren area, while in secondary succession, it is in a disturbed but pre - existing area.

Answer:

In primary succession, the pioneer community is a new or barren habitat, whereas in secondary succession, the pioneer community is an already existing habitat that has been disturbed.