(D) Xerarch
Explanation: Plant succession that begins on bare land or rock and ends in a mature climax forest is known as xerarch succession. The progressive deposit of soil is caused by pioneer species such as lichens and mosses.
(D) Xerarch
Explanation: Plant succession that begins on bare land or rock and ends in a mature climax forest is known as xerarch succession. The progressive deposit of soil is caused by pioneer species such as lichens and mosses.