Metodología para medir pH en suelos

Soil Sample Collection and pH Measurement Process

Introduction to Soil Sampling

• Renato introduces himself as a student from Agoma, outlining the fundamental steps for soil sampling.

• The first step involves selecting a location and clearing the surface of the ground to collect soil samples.

Soil Sample Preparation

• Approximately 500 grams of soil is collected and stored for laboratory analysis.

• In the lab, the sample is spread evenly on newspaper to dry for about 48 hours at room temperature.

Sieving Process

• After drying, the sample undergoes sieving using a 2 mm mesh sieve to remove larger particles that could skew results.

• A precise measurement of 10 grams of sieved soil is taken for further testing.

Preparing Soil-Water Solution

• Water is added in a ratio of 1 part soil to 2.5 parts water; this mixture is agitated for approximately two hours.

• The solution is allowed to rest undisturbed for 20 minutes before proceeding with pH measurement.

pH Measurement Procedure

• Instruments are prepared for measuring pH; after resting, the pH meter is inserted into the solution ensuring complete immersion.