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INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

NAME: SADIQ THAWERANI


SP24-BBAH-0020
SECTION:AM
LAB TASK 4
Objective: To determine the pH of water and soil
Introduction:
 pH: Power of hydrogen-measures the acidity and basicity
of a solution
The pH scale of water ranges from 0 to 14, where
 pH< 7: Acidic
 pH = 7: Neutral
 pH > 7: Basic
Soil pH ranges:
 Below 5.5 (Highly acidic): Suitable for crops like
blueberries and marshy plants.
 Between 6.0-7.0 (Acidic to Neutral): Ideal for fruits and
vegetable.
 Between 7.5-8.5 (Neutral to basic): Supports crops like
lavender.
Purpose of Soil pH measurement:
To enhance microbial activity, improve nutrient availability,
and determine soil quality for specific crops.
Materials required:
 pH meter
 Litmus paper
 Distilled water
 Soil sample
 Beakers
 Stirring rod
Procedure:
1. Water sample:
 Collect water in a clean beaker.
 Immerse the pH meter electrode into the water.
 Record the pH value displayed.
2. Soil sample:
 Collect a soil sample and remove debris.
 Mix 10-20g soil with distilled water in a 1:2 or 1:5
ratio.
 Stir the mixture thoroughly and let it settle for 10-15
minutes.
 Measure the pH using a pH meter.
 Record and interpret the pH value.
Results:
The observed pH of water sample is 7.03, which is neutral and
ideal for general biological and chemical applications. And, the
pH of soil sample is 7.08 which is acidic to neutral ideal for
fruits and vegetables.

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