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AGRI 60 |
Soil & Plant Nutrition |
Description: | Presents the study of soil as a growth medium for plants and a valuable natural resource. Includes physical, chemical and biological properties of soil; soil-water relationships; organisms, organic matter decomposition and soil ecosystem principles; soil reaction, cation exchange and essential nutrients; synthetic and organic fertilizers; soil conservation and land management principles. Students perform laboratory analyses on their own soil samples. Math calculations include land areas, fertilizer costs, formulations and application rates, percentages, and unit conversions; field trips and soil survey report required. |
Recommended Preparation: | Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 |
Transferability: | CSU |
Repeatability: | Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP |
Fee: | $5.00 |
Grading Type: | Grade Only |
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