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Class members analyze the water content in soil samples by drying out the samples and taking measurements every minute until all the moisture is gone. Scholars compare the initial weight to the dried weight to calculate the percentage of moisture content for the sample. Finally, they compare several soil samples collected from different areas.
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NGSS:
Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Ask the class to collect soil from their own yards, then compare the soil from the school grounds marking the soil moisture content on a map
Classroom Considerations
- Requires access to a microwave
- Optional soil moisture Australian database is not active
Pros
- Provides a table to organize the data
- Includes suggestions for extensions
Cons
- None