in the past decade, there have been many volcanic eruptions. after an eruption, the lava flow leaves behind only bare rock, providing a surface for primary succession. which statement describes an important function provided by the first organisms to colonize the area that facilitates colonization by other organisms in later stages of succession? please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. answer choices small mammals bring seeds to the area, rock weathering creates soil, and plants can grow, so that other organisms are able to colonize and feed on the plants. r-selected strategists, grasses, and insects move in and quickly blanket the area with vegetation, so that other organisms can colonize the area. rock is broken down by rock weathering and the lichens and mosses that have moved in, providing soil for other organisms to colonize the area. k-selected strategists move in and form established communities that facilitate the arrival of other species to colonize the area.