Definition

A series of plant and animal communities that develop in a dry environment over time.

Example

The xerosere is an important concept in understanding how ecosystems evolve in arid regions.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a xerosere?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's a type of ecological succession that happens in dry habitats.

That sounds interesting! I want to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Xerosere is formed from "xero-" (from Greek "xeros", meaning dry) and "sere" (from Latin "serere", meaning to join or connect). The term refers to a type of ecological succession that occurs in dry environments, where the community of organisms gradually develops in a dry area.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dry' ('xero-') and 'joining' ('serere') together to remember that 'xerosere' describes the process of life developing in dry conditions.

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