An Oak trees chemical defence system | Oak Tree: Nature’s Greatest Survivor

It may look like an oak tree is a big green heap of insect food, but eating it is not that easy. George McGavin investigates the oak tree's natural defence systems, which have evolved over millions of years.

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  • Clip length: 2'56''
  • Broadcast year: 2015
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  • Biology | Ecology | Adaptations, interdependence and competition | Adaptations
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Programme: Oak Tree: Nature's Greatest Survivor
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