By removing the soil sample from its natural condition, the microbiome may become less resilient to changes in pH. Given more resources and time, can you think of an experimental set-up that would allow you to assess the effect of pH on the soil microbiome outside?
Nice presentation! Am glad you pointed out how this is an unnatural/abrupt pH change and other limitations might impact the conclusions that can be drawn. A little amused that you use a sterile shovel to dig soil haha!
Great job! I appreciate that you mentioned the type of results you are expecting in your video. I have one question - do you homogenize or mix the soil while watering? How would that affect the results?
By removing the soil sample from its natural condition, the microbiome may become less resilient to changes in pH.
Given more resources and time, can you think of an experimental set-up that would allow you to assess the effect of pH on the soil microbiome outside?
Nice presentation! Am glad you pointed out how this is an unnatural/abrupt pH change and other limitations might impact the conclusions that can be drawn. A little amused that you use a sterile shovel to dig soil haha!
Great job! I appreciate that you mentioned the type of results you are expecting in your video. I have one question - do you homogenize or mix the soil while watering? How would that affect the results?
Do you think acid rain will end up enriching for acid-tolerant lactic acid bacteria, many of which are well known probiotics?