In ecosystems where fire is a frequent occurrence, fire suppression has led to ________.
A) reduction in the amount of ground fuel on the forest floor
B) reduced risk of major forest fire events
C) dense regeneration of single-species forest systems
D) increased initiation of secondary succession

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Fire suppression in ecosystems where fire is frequent often leads to dense regeneration of single-species forest systems because it prevents natural fires that would otherwise clear out underbrush and allow for diverse species growth.

In Ecosystems Where Fire Is a Frequent Occurrence, Fire Suppression