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Hydroponics: Growing Plants in Water

By Janice VanCleave

Growing plants in water is called hydroponics.

How to Grow a Sweet Potato in Water Purpose: To use experimental research to collect information about hydroponics, the growing of a plant in water. Question: How long does it take for a sweet potato to form roots, stems, and leaves? 1. Select a firm sweet potato. Choose one with buds if possible. 2. Insert […]

Filed Under: Biology Tagged With: experimental research, hydroponics

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