As a beginner user with the
help of the tutorial I was able to browse through the information. If I did not have the tutorial I would have
felt just as frustrated as I did trying to use the ArcGIS Mapping tool discussed
my previous post. One use for this tool
would be in tracking levels of carbon, phosporus, nitrogen, etc in soil samples
taken in protected areas. The
information collected could aid in creating better management practices in
regards to the runoff of pesticides and pollution from surrounding areas. This is especially important in wetland areas
like the Everglades where there is a delicate balance and tiny changes in soil
composition can effect the entire ecosystem and its biodiversity.
I do feel this is a useful tool
for those knowledgeable with similar programs or the termanology used when
talking about soil. As for the average
person it is a little bit overwhelming and would require additional information
to create effective tools for the use of promoting biodiversity.
http://websoilsurvey.sc.egov.usda.gov/App/WebSoilSurvey.aspx?aoissa=FL615&location=(-81.56636%2026.99120,-79.29216%2025.73305)
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