P L E A S E The goal of the scientific method is to
A.
research what others have done
B.
test to see whether or not the data supports your hypothesis
C.
share your hypothesis before you test it
D.
predict what you think the solution to your problem is

Regardless of how the steps are documented, the goal of scientific method is to gather data that will validate or invalidate a cause and effect relationship.

Explanation:

primary succession occurs in essentially lifeless areas regions in which the soil is incapable of sustaining life as a result of such factors as lava flows, newly formed sand dunes, or rocks left from a retreating glacier. secondary succession occurs