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Bio Lab 12

The document outlines an experiment to investigate the impact of nitrogen deficiency on plant growth using two groups of seedlings, one with nitrogen fertilizer and one without. Over four weeks, measurements of plant height, leaf color, and number of leaves were recorded, showing that nitrogen-deficient plants exhibited stunted growth and yellowing leaves. The discussion questions prompt further exploration of nitrogen's role in plant health and agricultural practices.

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Bio Lab 12

The document outlines an experiment to investigate the impact of nitrogen deficiency on plant growth using two groups of seedlings, one with nitrogen fertilizer and one without. Over four weeks, measurements of plant height, leaf color, and number of leaves were recorded, showing that nitrogen-deficient plants exhibited stunted growth and yellowing leaves. The discussion questions prompt further exploration of nitrogen's role in plant health and agricultural practices.

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Title:

The Effect of Nitrogen Deficiency on Plant Growth

Aim:

To observe how the lack of nitrogen affects the growth and health of plants.

Materials/Apparatus:

6 identical pots

Potting soil (sterilized)

Nitrogen fertilizer

Measuring cup

Ruler

Water

6 healthy seedlings (e.g., bean or tomato plants)

Labels

Method:

1. Label the pots into two groups:

Group A : 3 pots with soil + nitrogen

Group B : 3 pots with soil only (no nitrogen added)

2. Plant one seedling in each pot using the same amount of soil.

3. Add the same amount of water to each pot daily.


4. Add nitrogen fertilizer only to Group A at a fixed amount weekly.

5. Place all pots in the same location to receive sunlight.

6. Measure and record plant height, leaf color, and number of leaves once per week for 4
weeks.

Results:

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4

Plant Plant Leaf Num Plant Leaf Num Plant Leaf Num Plant Leaf Num
ID Heig Colo ber Heig Colo ber Heig Colo ber Heig Colo ber
ht ur of ht ur of ht ur of ht ur of
(cm) Leav (cm) (cm) Leav (cm) (cm) Leav (cm) (cm) Leav
es es es es

A1 5.5 Pale 4 11.6 Pale 7 17.4 Dark 11 24.3 Dark 14


Gree Gree Gree Gree
n n n n

A2 4.9 Pale 4 10.8 Pale 6 17 Dark 10 23.9 Dark 13


Gree Gree Gree Gree
n n n n

A3 5.7 Pale 5 11.9 Pale 8 17.6 Dark 10 24.8 Dark 12


Gree Gree Gree Gree
n n n n

B1 5.8 Pale 5 7.6 Yello 6 9.8 50% 7 11.7 75% 7


Gree w Yello yello
n edge w w
s

B2 5.6 Pale 4 7.4 Yello 5 9.5 50% 6 11.5 75% 7


Gree w Yello yello
n edge w w
s

B3 4.8 Pale 5 6.8 Yello 6 8.9 50% 7 10.8 75% 7


Gree w Yello yello
n edge w w
s
Discussion Questions

1. What differences did you observe between the plants with nitrogen and those without it?

2. Why is nitrogen important for plant growth and development?

3. What signs of nitrogen deficiency were visible in the plants?

4. How do farmers address nitrogen deficiency in real-life?

5. What might happen if plants received too much nitrogen instead of too little?

6. How would nitrogen deficiency affect a plant’s ability to perform photosynthesis?

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