FFA & SAE
What does FFA stand for?
FFA
Which element has the atomic number 1?
Hydrogen
Soil texture affects:
Water movement, air movement, root growth, etc.
Soil is mainly composed of: (HINT: 3 parts)
Sand, silt, and clay
What is the writing format for science papers?
APA
What section is Poway FFA in?
San Diego
What element has the symbol O?
Oxygen
The ribbon test is used to estimate:
Soil Texture
Which soil particle feels gritty when rubbed between fingers?
Sand
What do you need when going to the farm?
Closed-toe shoes
Where do you log your SAE hours?
AET
What does an element’s atomic number represent?
Number of protons
Why is understanding soil texture important?
It affects crop choice, irrigation needs, nutrient management, and more!
Which soil particle do we NOT take into consideration when finding the soil type?
Organic Matter
What pet(s) does Mr. Bernstein have (bonus points if you know the breed and name!)
1 dog, Raider
How many hours (per trimester) are needed for your SAE project?
10 hours
What are the horizontal columns on the periodic table called?
Periods
Which soil texture is generally the best for plant growth?
Loam
What tool do we use to help determine the type of soil we have?
Soil Triangle
When is the next Chapter meeting?
January 15th!
What are the Levels of Involvement (Most broad to specific)
National, State, Region, Section, Chapter
How many elements are in Period 1?
2
Use the following information and your soil triangle to determine what type of soil you have: A soil sample contains
Clay: 15%
Silt: 70%
Sand: 15%
Silt Loam
A soil with equal parts sand, silt, and clay is known as:
Loam
What are the three assignments due at the end of the trimester?
Word of the Day Book, SAE Project hours, FFA Leadership Activity points