Soil is a complex system and, like all systems, can be viewed in terms of inputs, outputs, storages and flows. The quality of soil has an influence on, and is influenced by, the productivity of an area.
Lessons
| 1 | The soil profile | ||||||
| 2 | Soil as a system | ||||||
| 3 | Comparing soil types | ||||||
Practicals
- Compare the soil composition at several locations using the “jar method” (with measuring cylinders).
Essay Task
“Using the soil system as an example, explain what is meant by the term dynamic ecosystem.” [9 marks]
The essay should marked using the Paper 2, Section B essay markbands.
Google Docs Version
Open the link and make a copy to your own drive. The doc can easily be shared as an “Assignment” on Google Classroom.
A markbands rubric designed for Google Classroom is available here.