Many plant species have evolved in ecosystems in which fire is a natural and essential component to habitat health and growth. These ecosystems include prairies, savannas, chaparrals, and conifer forests. As a result, many of these plants require fire to germinate, to establish, or to reproduce. Fire is an example of __________.

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Fire is considered a disturbance because it is an event that changes the ecosystem, affecting the organisms living there. It plays a crucial role in the life cycles of certain plants, helping them to germinate and reproduce.

Many Plant Species Have Evolved in Ecosystems in Which Fire