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ECO-FRIENDLY BIOMASS: CONVERTING WATER HYACINTH
INTO PRO-ACTIVE PRODUCT
An undergraduate research proposal presented to the faculty of TCU-SHS
In partial fulfillment of the background of the subject
Research Project
Researchers:
Frac, Joshua
Mira, Rose Shell A.
Mariano, Kristine Clare KC
Romines, Dave
Torres, Stephanie Claire A.
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March 2020
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Chapter 1
Problem and its setting
Introduction
What is water hyacinth
Water hyacinth is an aquatic native Amazon basin, and is often a highly
problematic invasive species outside its native range. (Encyclopedia)
Problem
Historical Background
What are the cities affected nation wide and in ph
Who propose water hyacinth
The reason why research is necessary to conduct
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this study aims to furthermore investigate the effectivity of water hyacinth as
alternative to charcoal. It is already stated that the rapid growth and the
excessive amount of water hyacinth on bodies of water can cause problems to
livelihood, community, health and even in the environment. By this study, the
researchers want to expand the existing knowledge about the water hyacinth in
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order to find ways how we can reduce or control its effects. This could help cities
affected by the existing problems bring by water hyacinth. To prove the capacity
of the researchers in making an experiment, which turning water hyacinth to
charcoal as a medium of fire that could be a product for business. Turning a
'waste or a pest' to a benefiting material could save livelihood and reduce risk to
people.
Problem
Setting of the Study
Theoretical Framework
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Conceptual Framework
The focus of this study was undertaken by the following conceptual framework
shown in figure1 which has a three part process: the input, process and output.
Input Process Output
Water hyacinth
*Procedure* .Carbonized Water
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Figure 1. Conceptual Framework
The type of framework used in our research shows the process of converting
water hyacinth to an alternative charcoal. This Frame shows the input, process
and the output. Input contains the necessary materials to test our study, process
contains the necessary steps to perform, while the output shows our final product
and our proven study. All this conceptual paradigm traces the required actions
that can be used to justify and test our proposed idea and study.
Statement of the Problems
This study aims to demonstrate that water hyacinth known as Eichhornia
Crassipes can be used as a renewable source of fire and can also be an
alternative to charcoal. Especially this study was intended to address
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question such as:
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How effective is water hyacinth charcoal? Is there a significant difference
between water hyacinth charcoal and a normal charcoal? How will the
invasive problem of water hyacinth waste n our area diminish? How
effective is water hyacinth charcoal in terms of producing fire? How many
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water hyacinth charcoals will be consumed to cook an egg? And what
process will be practiced to make fire successfully?
Our goal is to provide and present another way to reduce water hyacinth
waste not only in the city of Taguig but throughout our country and with
that, we had the idea of giving a simple but useful way to reduce some of
our environmental problems since most Filipinos like to use charcoal
made from wood for chooking because its price is much cheaper than
LPG or liquefied petroleum gas.
The researchers wanted to impose another proven renewable source of
fire that will really help us. Our group not only wants to help those in need,
but also to offer an experience that changes their lives and that not only
benefits them, but everyone and especially our mother earth.
Hypothesis
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Scope and Limitations of the Study
The Time-Frame: The study was focused from the period of
February - April 2020.
Significance of the Study
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This research is conducted to to find out if carbonized water
hyacinth can really be a source of fire. This research will benefit the
following
Students- This research can also help them recognize new things, use this
as an idea to guide them when they do this type of research, and can also
use this as their source of information if they plan to do research that is
somehow related to this study.
Parents- this charcoal made up from water hyacinth can be used as an
alternative source of fire when parents do not have enough budget to buy
LPG and kerosene. It will lead them to save money and be more
ecological.
Environment- This experimental research can help to lessen…
Community – This research can help inform the community about benefits
of water hyacinth, it will reflect a great contribution, especially if the plant is
present in the community itself. . They can use it to provide another
source of fire to families who do not have enough money to provide their
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own LPG.
Future Researchers- This
EDIT!
Researcher Themselves: This refers to the student conducting the study. They
will find self-fulfilment in the study. This study will help and inspire more the
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researcher to be more innovative and carry out the programs of the Department
of Education (DepEd) that will be beneficial both learners and teachers .
Future Researchers: They should conduct a study on the advantages of K-12 in
St. Chamuel College Taguig Branch after implementation of the program .
Chapter 2
Literatures and Studies
This chapter dealt with different related local and foreign studies and
literature that were associated with the research being conducted.
Foreign Literature
Local literature
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Local Studies
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Chapter 3
Research Method and Procedures
Research Method Used
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Procedures in Gathering Data
Statistical Treatment of data
Chapter 4
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Presentation, analysis and Interpretation of Data
Sub problem no.1 what is the demographic profile of the group of
the respondent in terms of:
1.1 Gender;
1.2 Sex;
1.3 Designation?
Description of the respondents
Chapter 5
Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
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Summary of findings
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Conclusions
Age:
Gender:
Designation:
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Recommendations
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