A forest community has reestablished itself after an ice storm damaged most, but not all, of the trees in one area. Which type of succession best describes the reestablishment of the community after the storm?
A) Climax
B) Secondary
C) Primary
D) Biotic

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Secondary succession occurs when a disturbance, such as an ice storm, damages an existing community but leaves the soil intact, allowing the community to reestablish itself.

A Forest Community Has Reestablished Itself After an Ice Storm