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    Soil Science 22

    Laboratory Exercise No. 7


    Soil Sample Collection, Handling and Preparation

    Name: Evita Mae A. Germano Date Conducted: 05/17/2022


    Lab Section: C096 Date Submitted: 05/25/2022
    Lab Instructor:Lilibeth Manla Rating:

    Questions:
    1. The depth of soil sampling usually depends upon the crops to be grown. Why?
    - In soil sampling, we should consider the depth of sampling required related to the crop
    response in the area. There is a standard depth in every type of crop that we should follow
    concerning its nutrient analysis, and to attain a strong foundation for a productive and
    environmentally bonded crop mineral nutrient application, we should stick to that.

    2. Discuss the importance of taking a representative soil sample for soil testing?
    - Taking a representative soil sample is important because it accurately acquires the
    quality of the soil in that area, knowing that every area varies in soil types and nutrient content.
    With these samples, we will be able to determine the quality of that soil through soil testing,
    and we will be able to conclude the right amount needed for nutrient application.

    3. Why it is not allowed to dry the soil samples under the sun?
    -According to the article I’ve read, putting soil samples under the sun could change pH
    and mercury levels. And on the last lesson, I also learned that putting soils under the sun might
    lead to contamination and might eventually lead to a complicated outcome that will affect the
    test results. Whereas in air drying, soil samples are controlled so we can guarantee authentic
    test results.
    4. Why is there a need to assess the nutrient supplying capacity of the soil?
    - For us to be aware of the amount of nutrients that a soil can provide to our plants and
    for us to fix and fill the lacking nutrients of our soil based on its fertility needs. Our relationship
    with soils is just like a “give and take relationship” if you give them the nutrients they need,
    they will also give us enough nutrients that we need.
    References
    https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/crops/soil-sampling-as-a-basis-for-fertilizer-application
    https://www.croplife.com/precision/a-representative-soil-sample-makes-all-the-difference/
    https://www.growwinterwheat.ca/growing-winter-wheat/fertility/the-importance-of-soil-
    sampling-and-testing/

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