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.

Concepts

soil, soil analysis, measuring tools

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Pair with other videos from the series to create a more complete lesson on the steps of soil sampling
• Have learners create a pros and cons log for using a probe or a shovel for sampling

Classroom Considerations

• Expects a basic understanding of the purpose of soil testing

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Demonstrates the actual process of soil collection
• Provides links to additional videos on the same concept

Cons

• None