Biology of Soil - Lesson 1 - Why Are Soils Important
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Description: Students will understand that soil provides anchorage for roots, holds water and nutrients, is home to micro and macroorganisms, filters water, stores carbon, and is a foundation for humans to build and produce food.
Grade Levels: 9-12
Keywords: soil profile, organic matter, topsoil, subsoil, parent material, overexploitation, overgrazing, compaction, acidification
Lesson Area: Soil Basics, Soil Biology, Soil Conservation
Resource Type: Teacher's Guide
Next Generation Science Standards
| Grade | Discipline | Core Idea |
|---|---|---|
| 9-12 | ESS2.A: Earth materials and systems | Feedback effects exist within and among Earth's systems. |
| 9-12 | ESS3.A: Natural resources | Resource availability has guided the development of human society and use of natural resources has associated costs, risks, and benefits. |