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Comparison of Soil Quality Between the Botanical Garden Area and the Waste Burning Site Within Wichienmatu School
Organization(s):Wichienmatu
Country:Thailand
Student(s):Mr. Krittiphong kaewla-iad
Mr. Kittipat Sreeket
Ms. Nannalin Wanraek
Grade Level:Secondary School (grades 9-12, ages 14-18)
GLOBE Educator(s):Thamonwan Bunchuay
Contributors:Mrs. Kwanjai Kanjanasrimek
Mrs. Suthira Thachin
Report Type(s):International Virtual Science Symposium Report
Protocols:Soil Characterization, Soil Fertility, Soil pH, Soil Temperature
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Language(s):English
Date Submitted:03/05/2025
This research focuses on measuring and comparing soil properties between the botanical garden area and the waste burning site within Wichienmatu School. The objective is to study and analyze the soil quality in both areas by examining factors such as soil structure, moisture content, pH levels, fertility, temperature, and texture.
The results indicate that the soil in the botanical garden is primarily clay, while the soil in the waste burning area is a clay-loam mixture. The soil temperature in the botanical garden is lower than that of the waste burning site. Regarding pH levels, the soil from the botanical garden is generally neutral, whereas the soil from the waste burning site tends to be more alkaline. In terms of moisture content, the soil in the botanical garden retains less moisture compared to the soil in the waste burning area.
Soil fertility tests revealed that nitrogen levels in the botanical garden soil are significantly lower than those in the waste burning area. Similarly, phosphorus and potassium levels are also lower in the botanical garden soil compared to the waste burning site.
Keywords: Soil properties, Waste burning soil, Botanical garden soil, Wichienmatu School