5.1 Soil Porosity
In this lab, you will investigate the porosity of a soil. Porosity is the amount of air space in a soil sample. These air spaces are what facilitate the movement of water, oxygen and nitrogen through the soil. The pore spaces also form an important part of the formation of aquifers. It also helps you to understand what contributes to flash flooding. Soil Porosity Lab Sheet Download Student Instructions Preparation -...