In 1963, an oceanic volcanic eruption off the southern coast of Iceland formed the island of Surtsey.Given the process of primary succession, which organisms were likely the first to establish populations on the new island?

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Bacteria are typically the first organisms to colonize new environments during primary succession, as they can survive in harsh conditions and break down nutrients to create a suitable habitat for other organisms.

In 1963, an Oceanic Volcanic Eruption Off the Southern Coast