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Modeling Erosion and Its Effects

Modeling Erosion and Its Effects

Objective

Simulate the process of erosion and observe its impact on different types of soil.

Materials

  • Tray or large container
  • Sand
  • Soil
  • Rocks
  • Watering can or spray bottle
  • Notebook for observations

Instructions

  1. Fill one section of the tray with sand, another with soil, and another with rocks.
  2. Use the watering can or spray bottle to simulate rain over each section.
  3. Observe and record how water affects each type of material in your notebook.
  4. Note any visible signs of erosion, such as gullies, displaced material, or sediment in the water runoff.
  5. Repeat the process to simulate prolonged erosion over time.
  6. Compare the extent of erosion in sand, soil, and rocks.
  7. Analyze your findings to understand how erosion impacts different landscapes and environments.