Unit Award Scheme

113641 HORTICULTURE: PH TESTING, USING A COLOUR INDICATOR TEST KIT

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	the different pH levels	Student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
2	collect at least two suitable soil samples	Summary sheet
3	use the correct amount of soil sample for a pH test	Summary sheet
4	introduce indicator liquid to the soil sample in the correct amount, along with any other required ingredients, eg distilled water, barium sulphate	Summary sheet
5	allow the sample to settle for the right amount of time	Summary sheet
6	compare the colour of the sample, with the standard indicator chart	Summary sheet
7	dispose of the sample according to the appropriate procedures	Summary sheet
8	wash the equipment out with distilled water, dry it in an appropriate manner and return it to storage	Summary sheet
9	record the result of the soil pH tests	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
10	the reason why it is important to determine the pH of soil.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 27 June 2020Level - Level One