Analysis of Minerals and Soils

Grades 9-12.

You asked for it, you got it! By popular demand, Kemtec’s Analysis of Minerals and Soils Kit now extends the student’s experience to not only investigate the physical and chemical properties of trace evidence from a crime scene, but to learn to characterize soil texture. Ideal for Forensic Science, Agriculture, and Environmental Science Courses. Experiments include: Characterizing Soil Appearance, Acidity of Soil, Soil Comparison by Particle Size Analysis, Forensic Density Distribution of Soil Particles, Chemical Reactions of Substances in Soil, and Analysis of Glass Samples. Now with hands-on soil classification activities for determining soil texture by sedimentation and by using the feel method presented at differentiated learning levels. Required not included: fume hood, UV light, balance, microscope, oven, lamp, or hot plate, glassware, and general lab supplies. Contains lead nitrate. Meets national standards for grades 9-12. Note: Soil sample A contains lead nitrate, avoid direct contact with this soil and wash hands after handling.