Which of the following statements about ecological succession is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about ecological succession is incorrect?

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Primary succession occurs in areas without pre-existing life. Secondary succession happens in areas where an ecosystem previously existed. Succession always leads to an unstable community. Correct Climax communities are relatively stable ecosystems.

Explanation

Succession generally leads to a stable climax community, not an unstable one.

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