Title Germination Aim To determine the best soil type to germinate red peas Apparatus Loam, clay, red peas, water, planting pot, digital balance, measuring cylinder, ruler. Method 1. The planting pots with the different types of soil were labelled. 2. 100 G of each soil type was measured with a digital balance and placed in their respected planting pots. 3. 2 red peas were placed in the different planting pots. 4. 10 ml of water was measured and use to water the peas daily for a week. 5. This process was done for a week and the results were recorded (the different length of each peas) Results Peas Soil Initial Final Avg # Type Length/cm Length/cm Length/cm 1 Loam 1.1 3.2 3.25 2 Loam 1.1 3.3 3 Clay 1.1 2.5 3.9 4 Clay 1.1 2.8 5 Sand 1.1 1.7 2.65 6 Sand 1.1 1.9 Discussion The experiment aimed to determine the influence of different soil types, n loam, clay, and sand, on the germination of red peas. Germination, the process by which a seed begins to sprout and grow into a seedling, is crucial for plant development. The method involved labeling planting pots with each soil type, measuring 100g of each soil, and planting two red peas in each pot. Over a week, the peas were watered daily with 10ml of water, and their growth was measured . The results revealed varying lengths of growth for peas in each soil type, indicating the significant impact of soil composition on germination. Loam, which is the best soil for growth produced a peas with average length 3.25 and the clay being second best produced 3.9 and sand with its low water retention produced a length of of 2.65. Loam was best because of its good water retention and good qualities for a soil type. Clay was second best even though it has good water retention. This soil type just isn’t as good as loam. Limitations 1. Rate of sunlight affected the growth of the peas 2. Temperature affected the growth of seedling Conclusion It can be concluded that when peas are placed in different type of soils, the peas in the loam soil will germinate the best Reflection This experiment has benefitted me tremendously. Carefully tracking and recording data throughout the week helped me grasp how various soils influence plant growth at the start. This understanding can directly impact my daily gardening decisions by guiding me in selecting the right soil for different plants and regularly tracking the progress encourages responsibility and attentiveness, skills useful for the future experiences like jobs or having a family.