Observe the soil and describe it in as much detail as you can. Use this form to record your initial observations. Allow the soil to settle for several days undisturbed and then, record your observations.
| Initial Soil Observation | ||
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| Description of soil color: | ||
| Description of soil texture: | ||
| Were things growing in this soil? | Yes | No |
| If yes, describe them: | ||
| Other Observations: | ||
| Soil Observations After Settling in Water | ||
| How many distinct layers? | ||
| Describe the texture of the thickest layer (Fine, coarse, small rocks, sandy, silt, clay) | ||
| Describe the texture of the second thickest layer: (Fine, coarse, small rocks, sandy, silt, clay) | ||
| How long did it take for the water to become clear? (Less than 10 minutes, 10 - 30 minutes, 30 - 60 minutes, 1 - 6 hours, 6 - 24 hours, 1 - 3 days, Never got clear) | ||
| Other Observations: | ||
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