Succession is the process by which communities colonise an ecosystem and are then replaced over time by other communities: Pioneer species: These are the first species to occupy a new habitat, starting new communities. They have rapid reproductive strategies, enabling them to quickly occupy an uninhabited area.
Definition of due diligence. 1  1 law : the care that a reasonable person exercises to avoid harm to other persons or their property failed to exercise due diligence in trying to prevent the accident.
1 In addition, the EU takes a broader definition of the term âconflict mineralsâ than only defined as minerals that are traded with the revenues supporting armed groups to finance their war. 2  See examples in reports from Colombia, Venezuela, and Indonesia. OECD due diligence: Instead of simply categorizing minerals as conflict-related or conflict-free, OECD due diligence provides a framework for industry players to disclose information and address issues related to sourcing decisions. 2  In other words, the process is prioritized over the results.