Dear Plant edders,
For several years I have been thinking that it would be useful to develop
an investigative exercise for first or second year university level
students using morphological characteristics of trees in their winter
condition. The aim of such an exercise would be
1. To familiarize students with basic morphological features buds, branching
patterns, nodes,etc.
2.To incorporate collection of data...measurements, angles of branches etc.
3.To analyse the data, either on their own or in a classroom setting.
4 To interpret what they have found.
I would also be interested in incorporating some mechanical or strength
component into such an exercise.
My question is.. Am I trying to re-invent this particular wheel? Does
anyone know of any similar exercises out there already ..if so, can you
tell me where?
Thanks
Chris Maxwell
