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Module 2: The Science of Composting
Food and other organic wastes undergo physical, chemical, and biological transformations during the composting process. The following activities will introduce students to the important role of microorganisms in compost!
Compost
Maturity Activity
In this activity, students will measure the evolution of carbon dioxide and ammonia in a compost pile using a compost maturity test kit. They will think critically about how these indicators can inform the readiness of compost for soil application and food production!
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