Communities evolve to have greater biomass and species richness in a process called
A)sympatric interactions.
B)adaptive modifications.
C)succession.
D)symbiotic relationships.
E)competitive exclusion.

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Succession is the process by which communities change over time, and it typically results in an increase in biomass and species richness. This occurs as new species colonize an area and existing species evolve to compete for resources in new ways. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

Communities Evolve to Have Greater Biomass and Species Richness in a Process