LS2.C: Ecosystem dynamics

A distinction between alpine and tundra soils

The online Soil Biology Primer is an introduction to the living component of soil and how it contributes to agricultural productivity and air and water quality.

NRCS Soil Food Web and Soil Biology Primer. This information has been archived but is still valuable. It provides information on the soil food web and the importance of soil organisms for soil health.

This reading provides a quick overview of soil nutrients and why it is important to plant growth. Includes discussion questions

Deserts around the world have similarities, but there are also lots of differences

There are different tundras and this site covers the different characteristics.

Blog post explaining benefits of fertilizer

Research highlights connecting soil biology and land management.

although there is not a lot of information on soils, there is basic to advanced information on rainforests on this website

Reading and worksheet engaging students in the relationship between plant nutrient needs and sources.