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Background:
In this experiment we are comparing the pH of 2-day rainfall in October to the pH of soil samples in different locations in Asbury Woods. ... Last October, Erie, Pennsylvania received 3.92 inches of rain and 42. ... Regions near a body of water usually receive more rain than inland sections because the wind constantly loses moisture and become very dry by the time they reach inland. The windward slopes of mountain ranges generally receive heavy rainfall and the leeward sides receive almost no rain. Because rain is such an important factor in plant and animal life keep a close eye on it will let people know if any environment changes will be occurring. It is also important to keep track of the rain so that we can check the pH.
The pH scale goes from 1-14. ... An ideal situation for plants would be to have a soil pH that is nearly neutral or slightly acidic. At this type of pH it has been proven that plants will grow best. A drastic change in pH can kill all the plants and animals in the place that is being affected.
Testing the pH of rain is important because it gives us an idea of the pH of the soil, and lets us know when there is a presence of acid rain. Acid rain is a great danger to an environment. Uncontaminated rain has a pH of 5. ... (Campbell, 1999) Acid rain is considered anything with a pH lower than 5. ... However, acid rain doesn’t necessarily form where the fossil fuels are being burned. The wind can carry the pollutants away and acid rain can be found hundreds of miles away from the industry centers. There are numerous effects of acid rain. ... Acid rain can cause acidification. Acidification is when lakes and streams have low pH levels. ... The death of leaves or needles on trees is another result of acid rain. It also kills earthworms and microbes in the soil. Alkaline minerals in the soil, such as calcium and magnesium neutralize acid rain.
Approximate Word count = 1679
Approximate Pages = 6.7
(250 words per page double spaced)
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