C.I.P. - Iris Growth

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Date ________________   Hour __________

PURPOSE:  Observe the growth of dormant Irises.

PROCEDURE:

1.  Dig an iris Rhizome.  Dry it out in a paper bag for 1-2 months.

2.  Measure the Rhizome.

3.  Plant in sand or vermiculite.  Place under grow light.

4.  Remove the iris from soil and make measurements every week.

5.  Record DATA in the chart below.

Week
#

Date Mass Rhizome
Length
Rhizome
Width
Leaves
(number, description)
Diagram

#1

           
#2            
#3            
#4            


GRAPH
:  Make a line graph of mass
                Independent variable = Date
                   Dependent variable = Mass


CONCLUSION: