The presence of soil fauna increases the likelihood that many plants will be established during succession. This is an example of
A) disturbance.
B) facilitation.
C) recruitment.
D) reinforcement.
E) inhibition.

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Facilitation is the process by which one species creates conditions that make it easier for other species to become established. In this case, soil fauna create favorable conditions for plant establishment, thereby facilitating the process of succession.

The Presence of Soil Fauna Increases the Likelihood That Many