Does the type of soil affect the pH level of water?

Iman Owens Kenmoor Middle School Sixth grade Mrs.Olamifunyo November 8. 2013

Types of soil There are many different types of soil such as sand, potting soil and clay. Soils have different texture and consistencies. Clay has very small particle and little air can pass through it. When it is moist it will feel sticky and when it is dry it will feel smooth. Sandy soil has large particles and air can easily pass through it. Water drains through it very easily. Some are so small that you cannot see the particles in water but the water will still look muddy. Loam is crumbly and soggy when wet. Water can run through it less than sand and more easily then clay.

Sand Sand is a loose substance that is usually yellow or brown. It is made when erosion breaks down rocks over a long period of time causing it to be tiny and small. It is dry and consists of large particles. Sand can be found is desserts and beaches. Water can run easily through sand because sand has very large gaps unlike clay or potting soil. Sand has some of the largest particles of soil. It cannot hold water well.

Potting soil (Loam) Potting soil or loam is a soil that contains high pH and calcium. Loam crumbles easily and is smooth. It includes a mixture of sand, silt and clay. The particles are slightly smaller than sand. Loam forms in humid regions with lots of organic material. It

is recommended for planting. It is found in the yards of most peoples houses or gardens.

PH PH is the measure of hydrogen ion concentrate in a liquid. Liquids with high hydrogen ions have low ph. The Ph. scale range from 0 to 14 and 7 is neutral. Water is neutral but when you add chemicals the pH goes down causing it to have a high acidic value. Milk also has a neutral acidic value. The formula for pH is minus the log of hydrogen plus concentration.

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