How do labs test the pH of soil?

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• Answer #1

  In labs i've done at school we tested the pH for water and we used these strips that turn colours. And there is a legend that tells you it's pH if that colour shows up. I would assume something similar would be required.

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• Answer #2

  I imagine they would use a pH meter. I havent ever tested the pH of soil, but I have to test the pH of certain solutions I use for my research and that is what we use.

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