Ecologists refer to natural processes (such as forest fires or landslides)that destroy or damage a great deal of existing vegetation as ____.
A)gap creation
B)mosaics
C)succession
D)ecological niches
E)krummholz

Question

Ecologists refer to natural processes (such as forest fires or landslides)that destroy or damage a great deal of existing vegetation as ____. ​
A)gap creation
B)mosaics ​
C)succession ​
D)ecological niches ​
E)krummholz ​

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Gap creation refers to natural processes that destroy or damage a significant amount of existing vegetation, creating openings or "gaps" in the ecosystem that allow for new growth and species diversity.

Ecologists Refer to Natural Processes (Such as Forest Fires or Landslides)that