5.1 Introduction to soil systems

Significant ideas:

The soil system is a dynamic ecosystem that has inputs, outputs, storages and flows.
The quality of soil influences the primary productivity of an area.

5.1 Checklist

Investigations

Soil Texture Investigation

Soil Texture Testing by Feel Method At Home Lab (3)

Another time, we will measure:

Soil Systems Diagram

Read Mr G (if necessary) and develop an annotated soil systems diagram.

Your diagram should include:

5.1 Soil Systems

Soil Texture Triangle

5.1 Soil Texture Triangle Worksheet

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