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Write in detail about Autogenic succession and Allogenic succession. |
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Answer» Autogenic succession: Autogenic succession occurs as a result of biotic factors. The vegetation reacts with its environment and modifies its own environment causing its own replacement by new communities. This is known as autogenic succession. Example: In forest ecosystem, the larger trees produce broader leaves providing shade to the forest floor area. It affects the shrubs and herbs which require more light (heliophytes) but supports the shade tolerant species (sciophytes) to grow well. Allogenic succession: Allogenic succession occurs as a result of abiotic factors. The replacement of existing community is caused by other external factors (soil erosion and leaching, etc.,) and not by existing organisms. Example: In a forest ecosystem soil erosion and leaching alter the nutrient value of the soil leading to the change of vegetation in that area. |
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