Instructional Video

The Olsen Test for Phosphorus

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A short video teaches viewers about the Olsen Test, a soil test specific for plants grown in arid regions. The soil in arid regions has a higher pH and plants require special treatment to thrive. The video provides information about the amount of phosphorus available to plants specifically found in these areas.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Use as an introduction to an investigation where scholars perform each of the soil tests in the lab
  • Have small groups create plans for plant growth based on simulated results of the test
Classroom Considerations
  • Video is specific to agricultural applications
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Real-world agricultural application
  • Visuals walk through each step of the process
Cons
  • None