Science Nation: Leaf Sensor
It started as a project for long term space survival, when NASA estimated that crews headed to or living on Mars would spend 80% of their waking hours farming. But, with support from the National Science Foundation, research into a leaf sensor that could “call in” with its vital statistics morphed into technology that can help farmers on this planet. The goal is to save water by directly measuring a plant’s moisture level.
Media Details
Runtime: 2 minutes 34 seconds
- Topic: History, Science, Technology
- Subtopic: Computers, Environmental Issues, Inventions
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2009
- Producer/Distributor: National Science Foundation
- Series: Science Nation
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