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Arrange the events of succession after a volcano erupted in their proper order.
a.
pioneer species, plant growth, soil formation
b.
pioneer species, soil formation, plant growth
c.
soil formation, pioneer species, plant growth
d.
soil formation, plant growth, pioneer species

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Answer: b.

Explanation: After a volcanic eruption creates bare rock, pioneer species (lichens, mosses) colonize first, weather and break down the rock and add organic matter to form soil, and only then can larger plants establish and grow.