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\n\"Colors\n\n
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\nCurated OER\n
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\nColors of our Earth\n

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\nStudents are introduces to soil profile classification. They remember that classification of soils is an important aspect of studying soils as it aids in predicting how soils react to weathering, transport nutrients or pollution. ...\n
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\n\"Soil\n\n
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\nCurated OER\n
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\nSoil Characteristics\n

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\n\nFor Teachers\n\n9th - 12th\n
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\nComponents of soil, such as inorganic or organic materials are detailed along with the main contributions of each. Deposits, weathering, and distinct types of characteristics and properties of soil classes are given.\n
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\n\"Soil\n\n
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\nCurated OER\n
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\nSoil Porosity, Moisture Content, pH, and Density\n

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\nThis lab activity does not have to be done with AP environmental scientists. It can also be done with middle to high school earth scientists. The procedures aren't complex. Learners determine the density of dry and wet sand in order to...\n
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\nUniversity of British Columbia: Soil Components\n

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\nUse this interactive website to learn everything you wanted to know about the four components of soil: minerals, organic, water, and air. Many links along the way assist with comprehension by allowing you to view photographs, charts, and...\n
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\n\"Discovery\n\n
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\nDiscovery Education: The Dirt on Soil\n

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\nThis interactive website explores the various soil layers and introduces you to the lifeforms that live in those soil layers.\n
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\nDer: Soil Technician Classification Specification [Pdf]\n

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\nThis site from the Wisconsin Department of Employment Relations provides a job description for soil technician with the State of Wisconsin, and it includes duties and qualifications. (2003)\n
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\nThe Pedosphere and Its Dynamics: Intro to Soil Science\n

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\n\nFor Students\n\n6th - 8th\n
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\nThis Pedrosphere site provides a twelve chapter overview of soil science. Numerous topics are discussed and each chapter has a self-test to test your knowledge on the different aspects of soil science. Some chapters are only previews.\n
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\nCk 12: Earth Science: Soil Characteristics\n

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\n[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the characteristics and types of soil.\n
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\nUS Department of Agriculture\n
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\nNrcs: Web Soil Survey\n

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\n\nFor Students\n\n9th - 10th\n
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\nMapping the earth's soils can help us understand how the land can be used. Find out how to use soil characteristics obtained through soil surveys to create a soil map. Learn about the methods of soil mapping including digital soil mapping.\n
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\nMichigan Reach Out\n
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\nMichigan Reach Out!: Digging the Earth's Crust\n

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\n\nFor Teachers\n\n3rd - 8th\n
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\nLesson plans from Michigan Reach Out! to help students understand the different soil types and what uses they would be good for.\n
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