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Beckman Model BN-2B Bouyoucos Moisture Meter

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This portable instrument measures the moisture present in soil.

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Extent
  • 8 in. W x 10 in. L
Inscription
  • (verso) "MOISTURE METER BN-2B"
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  • Courtesy of Science History Institute

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Series arrangement
  • Series X. Photographic Materials
  • Sub-series 3. Photo Albums
Physical container
  • Box 78

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“Beckman Model BN-2B Bouyoucos Moisture Meter,” n.d. Beckman Historical Collection, Box 78. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/8336h195z.

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