Gravimetric Soil Moisture Protocols

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Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

The GLOBE Program, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) and Colorado State University

Collection:

Globe Program

Grade Level:

Secondary

Abstract:

The purpose of this resource is to measure soil water content by mass. Students collect soil samples with a trowel or auger and weigh them, dry them, and then weigh them again. The soil water content is determined by calculating the difference between the wet sample mass and the dry sample mass.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Homework and Assignments, Lesson Plans, Teaching and Learning Strategies

Media Format:

Downloadable docs

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