When the substratum has ample of organic matter and there are many deterivore participating in the process, the succession is called:
Correct answer: C. Heterotrophic
- A. Allogenic
- B. Retrogressive
- C. Heterotrophic
- D. Induced
Explanation
A heterotrophic succession begins where organic matter is already abundant and decomposers or detritivores play a major role. Allogenic succession is driven by external environmental changes, not specifically by detritivore activity.
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