Innovating Science AP Environmental Science: Soil Compaction in Agriculture

Simulate the effects of soil compaction on plant growth in different soil types.

• Contains enough materials for 8 groups of students
• Comes with a Teacher's Manual and student study guide copymaster
• Aligned with AP curriculum, covering AP Environmental Science primary learning objectives EIN-2.C and EIN-2.D

When it comes to agriculture, crop yields depend heavily on the type and condition of the soil on the land being used for cultivation. In efforts to alter the soil and improve crop yields, the use of agricultural machinery has exponentially increased in the last century. However, the heavy machinery has lead to compacted soils that inhibit crop growth. Simulate the effects of soil compaction on plant growth to examine the impacts of agricultural mechanization on the environment. This kit contains enough materials for 8 groups of students and comes with a Teacher's Manual and student study guide copymaster. The activity covers AP Environmental Science primary learning objectives EIN-2.C and EIN-2.D.

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Ordering information: Kit includes:
Pea seeds, 80 g
32 Growing cups, 9 oz.
Soil, bag
Sand, 3 kg
Clay powder, 1 kg
8 Scooping cups
16 Mixing bags, 8×10"
4 Misting bottles

Delivery information: Items needed but not supplied: 8 beakers (250 ml or smaller), 8 markers for labeling, 8 rulers or calipers, 8 magnifying glasses (optional).

Caution: This product can expose users to chemicals including respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.