Directions: The illustrations show five stages in the ecological succession of a pond and some of the organisms associated with each stage. Use the illustrations to answer any questions that follow. Question 12 Ecological succession can end when a community is not replaced by another one. This community is called a "climax community." Using the illustrations, which of the following would dominate the climax community shown in the ecological succession of the pond? A tall trees B low-growing plants C green algae D tall-growing grasses