Which ecological change results when pyroclastic flows sterilize landscapes?

💡 Explanation

Accelerated primary ecological succession occurs because after pyroclastic flow sterilization prevents existing organisms inhabiting the location; therefore, pioneer species colonizing barren substrates will initiate succession, rather than secondary succession beginning with soil.

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