Soil Slope

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...

The slope of the land is an important feature when considering the erosion that will occur. In this resource, which is part of a rain garden unit, learners calculate the slope of the proposed garden site. Even if you are not planning a...

All soil is not created equal! A lab activity asks learners to collect and analyze soil. Specific calculations determine the amount of sand, silt, and clay in a sample and allow individuals to identify the soil texture. 

It's difficult to guess the original goal of this presentation. It examines four factors to be evaluated, but their direct connection is unclear. Soil texture is described in three slides. The depth of material is examined in two slides....

You won't find any holes here. An earth scientist demonstrates the process of collecting a soil sample in a quick video presentation. She uses two different tools and discusses the benefits of each.

Students examine two types of soils in their area. They identify its texture and permeability to determine its origin. They share their results with the class.

Teach your class the descriptive characteristics of soil. Provide information about particle size and a flow chart for assessing texture. Soil scientists then analyze samples and hypothesize which would be the best type for a rain...

Young scientists explore climate change by taking a look at many different disciplines. They hear from scientists who study soil, clouds, ice cores, ocean temperatures, and more. Then, they search public databases to draw their own...

The online version of the "Soil Conservation Surveys Guidebook," helps forest resource managers from British Columbia plan and implement sound forest practices. Divided into three sections, the guidebook includes soil conservation...

This description of this activity is a 2-day instructional activity: Day 1, Field Lab, Day 2, and Classroom Investigation. In this field lab, children working in groups will collect 3 samples of soil from different locations. Each sample...