We first shoveled the ground to put soil into a graduation device. The device had several levels that represented different sizes of particles that would get through the device. The number would specify how many openings where located on one square inch. Unfortunately, the soil was too wet for our lab to get desired results; however, we were still able to achieve limited granulation.
Split Spoon Corer
This device is used by pushing it into the ground then twisted to fill the device with a core sample. The sample would show a cross section of the soil. We were able to see three different levels of the soil ranging from organic soil to a yellowish clay.
Community Garden
Community Gardens are set up in cities have many different challenges but also offer many good things to the people involved. Such a garden can bring many in a community together to solve a common goal. Also, these gardens teach people to have an appreciation for nature and where their food comes from. The use of the community garden can also be a good learning tool to learn how to raise ones own food.
Community Gardens have challenges especially if urban areas. Pollutants in the soil can get into the food and be hazardous to someones health. Lead is the main pollutant in urban areas since it was used in gasoline. To avoid this, the garden we visited used raised bed with imported soil to prevent contamination. The garden also used compost piles for enrich the soil and recycle local food goods.
Hand Testing
We attempted a hand testing of soil and succeeded in identifying the soil. The soil was a loamy sand. The reason is because we were unable to form a ribbon with the soil and it had a very rough, grainy feel.
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