Get Soil Texture By Feel Flow Chart

The Soil Texture By Feel Flow Chart is a practical tool for assessing soil texture based on tactile feedback. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help you accurately fill out the form online.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the Soil Texture By Feel Flow Chart

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to retrieve the Soil Texture By Feel Flow Chart and open it in your preferred editing interface.
2. Begin by placing approximately two teaspoons of soil in your palm. Add a few drops of water to moisten the soil and knead it gently to break down the aggregates until it feels plastic and moldable, similar to moist putty.
3. Assess the consistency of the soil. If it is too dry, add more water to achieve the proper consistency. Ensure that the soil remains in a ball when squeezed; if it does not, continue adding moisture.
4. Gently form a ball of soil between your thumb and forefinger, pushing the soil upward into a ribbon. The ribbon should be uniform in thickness and width, extending over your forefinger. Check if the soil forms a ribbon and note the length.
5. Determine the strength of the ribbon: if it is less than 1 inch long before breaking, it is categorized as weak. If it measures between 1-2 inches, it is classified as medium, and greater than 2 inches indicates a strong ribbon.
6. Evaluate the soil texture based on the feel: assess if it feels gritty, smooth, or neither. Refer to the flow chart to identify the corresponding soil type based on your observations.
7. Continue following the flow chart questions about the soil's texture feel until you arrive at a conclusion regarding the soil classification. Ensure to record your findings.
8. Once you have completed the flow chart, you can save your changes, download the document, print it, or share it with others as necessary.

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