Basic Field CO2 Test
$109.00
starter kit for field soil test, 8 Pack
Description
Overview: The Solvita Field Test is intended for measuring soil respiration in fresh soil samples not processed in a lab. The test provides insight into actual field (“basal”) microbial activity undisturbed by drying and grinding.
Application: This do-it-yourself procedure is designed for field-moist soils measured shortly after sampling and tested for 24-hrs at room temperature. The application closely matches the USDA-NRCS Soil Health for Educators protocol for soil respiration. CO2 is read by means of a color chart and compared to tables in the instruction manual which also provides interpretation. Additional tools for interpretation are available on the Solvita website.
Note: For more accurate readings and uploading into computer files, the Solvita Field Digital Color Reader (DCR) may be used, see .
Contents: Included in the test kit package are:
- 8 Low-Level CO2 probes
- 4 Incubation jars (polystyrene 475mL with lids affixed with gas-tight gaskets)
- 1 Color Chart for reading soil CO2
- 1 Instruction Manual with interpretation guide
Refills: Additional probes and jars are available in varying quantities to refill the kit.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.2 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 10.5 × 7 × 4 in |
