Assignment

[RobArb]

Got my first assignment question today :- Describe the most significant anatomical structures and mechanisms by which trees defend themselvesagainst damage by both living (biotic) organisms and non-living (abiotic) factors.

 

Now i am not asking for any answers as that would be wrong but if i were to start reading up on compartmentalization, would i be heading in the right direction?

 

If so has anybody got an idea of which books are best to read on the subject, or which tiny useful part of the internet should i start looking in?

 

Any help (not answers ) is appreciated

 

Cheers

 

Rob

[sean]

your definately on the right track.....this book would be very helpful:thumbup1:

 

[ame=http://www.amazon.co.uk/Principles-Assessment-Management-Research-Amenity/dp/0117533556/ref=pd_sim_b_1]The Principles of Tree Hazard Assessment and Management Research for Amenity Trees: Amazon.co.uk: David Lonsdale: Books[/ame]

[Callum]

Also think about Bark, thorns, hairs, resin and anti-fungal/ bacterial compounds and chemicals.