LH 3363 - Soil Fertility

Institution:

Unity College

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Description:

Healthy ecosystems require healthy soil. In this course students learn about soil chemical and biological characteristics and how they relate to plant nutrition in built-environment landscapes. Plant uptake mechanisms for nutrients, the roles of organic matter and soil microorganisms in soil ecosystems, use of soil amendments, and nutrient cycling issues are addressed. Students will devise management recommendations for specific sites and plants. Credits: 3 Offered Semester II Prerequisite: CH 1114 Alternate years odd

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.unity.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 948-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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