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Soil Testing

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Earth science learners experiment with the water-holding properties of sand, pebbles, and clay. They apply their findings to the building of a well. This activity is engaging and tactile, and it demonstrates the importance of considering soil type during construction. Follow-up with a discussion of other situations in which soil type would be pertinent.

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clay, soil analysis, soil, sand

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clay, pebbles, sand, permeability of soil, pore space, soil testing, soil type, science
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5th - 8th
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Science
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