Speciation in maples (NCEA Bio Level 3)

Introduction: This kit demonstrates examples of speciation within maple trees by observing their seeds. Intended for demonstration, or handling by students. Real life, hands-on!

Key science: Speciation, seed morphology, phylogenetic relationships.

Kit contains: x50 trident maple (Acer buergerianum) seeds, x50 sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) seeds, x 50 Norway maple (Acer platanoides) seeds, and Teacher's Guide Sheet, in a recyclable box. Seeds not intended for sowing.

Curriculum levels: Senior Biology NCEA Level 3 Biology: 3.5 Evolutionary processes leading to speciation.