The principal force that drives the changes within a shifting mosaic landscape is

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Succession is the natural process of change in plant and animal communities over time. As different species dominate different parts of the mosaic landscape and changes occur in climatic conditions, succession leads to a shift in the overall landscape pattern. This is the principal force that drives changes within a shifting mosaic landscape. Clear-cutting and flooding may also cause changes but are not the primary drivers of change. The option D is incorrect as mosaics are dynamic and undergo continuous changes due to natural and human activities.

The Principal Force That Drives the Changes Within a Shifting