Erosion Project

1. Fill two boxes about 3/4 of an inch full with soil.
2. Set them on a table propping up one side so that there is an angle that makes a slope.
3. Cut out a spout at the lower end of each box and place a jar below each spout.
4. Now, using your finger make furrows across the soil in one box and up and down in the other.
5. Then fill two watering cans or cups with water and sprinkle the water over each box at the same time and rate.

What do you see happening?

Do you see a difference in the content of each jar?

What does this project tell you about how contour farming works to help prevent soil erosion?

Eco Info Many of the worlds most impressive landscapes have been sculpted by erosion, like the Grand Canyon.