Could You Grow Potatoes in Martian Soil?

Part of the Unearth Science festival

Sunday, April 22, 2018, at 11:30 a.m.

FREE

In the movie The Martian, astronaut Mark Watney (played by Matt Damon) grew potatoes in Martian soil. But is this really possible? Experiment for yourself and test the physical and chemical properties of Martian soil like a professional soil scientist. Then decide if the movie got it right.

Ages 8 & up with a caregiver
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

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