Bulk density question
Fragment of a discussion from Course talk:APBI200
No. The core method would generally be used in cases where you have limited to no coarse fragments. The excavation method is used when you have significant coarse fragments. Please see the section in Brady on soil density if you are unsure of the concept.
Amy, as you are a graduate student, you may wish to consult a standard reference manual (e.g. Carter) HOWEVER this level of detail is well beyond this introductory soil science course.
SandraBrown (talk)