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ecological succession

Definition

noun. the process of change in the species structure of an ecological community over time.

Example Sentence

In ecological succession changes increase the community complexity over time.

More Example Sentences

Change occurs over years in ecosystems.

Synonyms

biological progression; ecological development

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