To find out if peat is acidic ( to measure ph).

What to do:

1. Place a small amount of peat in the jam jar.
2. Fill the jar with distilled water and shake.
3. Add a few drops of universal indicator.
4. Filter the mixture through a piece of gauze into a bowl.
5. Compare its colour with the ph colour chart.
6. Record ph, if ph is :      <7 - acid                                  =7 -neutral                             >7=base