2-Day Investigation of Soil Samples

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Abstract:: This activity is designed for a primary classroom (outdoors & indoors) investigation where students collect and investigate soil samples and describe the soils, looking for similarities and differences. Students develop a method of recording the data colleted and can present the information gathered.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: Pedagogy in Action (SERC)

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AP Environmental Science: Air, Water and Soil

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Abstract:: Human activities release a variety of substances into the biosphere, many of which negatively affect the environment. Pollutants discharged into the environment can accumulate in the air, water, or soil......

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary
SubTopics:: Water , Soil and Land , Pollution
Collection:: Connexions

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AP Environmental Science: Soils

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Abstract:: Soil plays an important role in land ecosystems. In order for a community of producers and consumers to become established on land, soil must be present. Furthermore, soil quality is often a limiting factor for population growth in ecosystems....

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: Connexions

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AP Environmental Science: The solid earth

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Abstract:: The earth formed approximately 4.6 billion years ago from a nebular cloud of dust and gas that surrounded the sun. As the gas cooled, more solids formed.....

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: Connexions

A'Planting We Will Go

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Abstract:: This lesson is based on the book, "The Tiny Seed", by Eric Carle. This story will be used to introduce the children to the concept that seeds change and grow into plants when conditions in the environment including temperature, light, water and soil are appropriate. Children will learn that plants produce seeds that can become new plants. Through extended activities, the children will experience first-hand the germination of seeds. They will become familiar with the parts of a plant and learn how each part works to produce a healthy plant.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land , Plants and Forests
Collection:: LEARN NC Lesson Plans

Advanced Geotechnical Engineering, Fall 2003

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Abstract:: Site characterization and geotechnical aspects of the design and construction of foundation systems. Topics include site investigation (with emphasis on in situ testing), shallow (footings and raftings) and deep (piles and caissons) foundations, excavation support systems, groundwater control, slope stability, soil improvement (compaction, soil reinforcement, etc.), and construction monitoring.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: MIT OpenCourseWare

Advanced Soil Mechanics, Fall 2004

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Abstract:: This class presents the application of principles of soil mechanics. It considers the following topics: the origin and nature of soils; soil classification; the effective stress principle; hydraulic conductivity and seepage; stress-strain-strength behavior of cohesionless and cohesive soils and application to lateral earth stresses; bearing capacity and slope stability; consolidation theory and settlement analyses; and laboratory and field methods for evaluation of soil properties in design practice.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
Collection:: MIT OpenCourseWare

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The Adventure of Echo the Bat

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Abstract:: This pop-up book was designed for K-4 students to introduce them to remote sensing. By following Echo's journey through Arizona they become more familiar with map use and remote sensing images. After completing this book, children ages 5-6 should be able to distinguish between what a satellite sees and what Echo sees, be able to identify patterns and color in the satellite image and compare these to what Echo sees, and begin to extend the concept that texture is not only how something feels but is also how something looks. Older children (ages 7-9) should begin to describe what the satellite is seeing by just looking at the satellite view and they should also be able to describe the location of patterns and colors (i.e., square patterns of irrigated crops are near rivers and green forests are on top of mountains) and make more elaborate observations about texture in the satellite images. A set of activities reinforce the four basic themes or concepts fundamental to interpreting satellite imagery: perspective, shape and pattern, color, and texture.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: NASA

Adventures of Mole - Animation

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Abstract:: The Soil Association has produced Mole's Dream, a short film to explore current issues around food and farming. It is suitable for KS1 and early KS2, and ideal to use on your interactive whiteboard.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary
SubTopics:: Endangered Species , Animals and Insects , Soil and Land
Collection:: Individual Authors

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Africa NDVI 1984 August

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Abstract:: NDVI in Africa for August 1984, based off data collected over the 1981-2000 time frame.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: NASA GSFC Scientific Visualization Studio

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Africa NDVI 1984 August Anomaly

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Abstract:: NDVI anomaly in Africa for August 1984, based off data collected over the 1981-2000 time frame.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: NASA GSFC Scientific Visualization Studio

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Africa NDVI 2000 March

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Abstract:: NDVI in Africa for March 2000, based off data collected over the 1981-2000 time frame.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: NASA GSFC Scientific Visualization Studio

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Africa NDVI 2000 March Anomaly

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Abstract:: NDVI anomaly in Africa for March 2000, based off data collected over the 1981-2000 time frame.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: NASA GSFC Scientific Visualization Studio

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Africa NDVI Average August

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Abstract:: Average NDVI in Africa for the month of August, based off data collected over the 1981-2000 time frame.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: NASA GSFC Scientific Visualization Studio

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Africa NDVI Average March

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Abstract:: Average NDVI in Africa for the month of March, based off data collected over the 1981-2000 time frame.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: NASA GSFC Scientific Visualization Studio

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Apple Screen 6

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Abstract:: Microbes will continue to break down the fruit skin and flesh until all the water and nutrients are absorbed into the soil below. These nutrients then nourish growing plants.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land , Plants and Forests
Collection:: Video and Image Data Access

Archaeological Soils

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Abstract:: Students will determine components of a soil sample and evaluate how archaeologists use soils to interpret sites.

Subject:: Social Sciences
Grade Level:: Secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: LEARN NC Lesson Plans

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Are We Alone? Activity

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Abstract:: The year is 2032 and your class has successfully achieved a manned mission to Mars! After several explorations of the Red Planet, one question is still being debated: "Is there life on Mars?" The class is challenged with the task of establishing criteria to help look for signs of life. Student explorers conduct a scientific experiment in which they evaluate three "Martian" soil samples and determine if any contain life.

Subject:: Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: TeachEngineering

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Automated Soil and Air Temperature Monitoring Protocol

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Abstract:: The purpose of this resource is to continuously measure soil and air temperature at one site. Students install four temperature probes; three are placed in the soil at three different depths and one is placed in an instrument shelter. Students use a data logger to record readings from the probes every 15 minutes. Students transfer the data to their school computers for analysis and submission to the GLOBE database.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land
Collection:: Globe Program

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BEN: BiosciEdNet

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Abstract:: This site provides access to more than 4,000 reviewed resources covering 76 biological science topics: agriculture, anatomy, bacteriology, biochemistry, biodiversity, biotechnology, botany, cardiology, cell biology, ecology, environment, evolution, genetics, geography, human biology, immunology, marine biology, microbiology, molecular biology, neurobiology, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, public health, respiratory biology, soil biology, virology, zoology, and others. Registration required.

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Soil and Land , Sustainable Agriculture and Nutrition
Collection:: American Association for the Advancement of Science

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