Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
CARAGA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SURIGAO DEL SUR
CORTES DISTRICT
PRACTICAL RESEARCH CONCEPT NOTE
Procedure:
1. Accomplish this form in 3 copies.
2. Submit to the Research Adviser.
3. Research Teacher endorses to the chosen Adviser upon review.
TITLE OF PROPOSED STUDY: Lemon (Citrus limon) Extract & Olive oil (Olea europaea
L.) as a Alternative Dust Repellant
NAME OF STUDENT:
COURSE: AREA OF Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematic
SPECIALIZATION
NAME & RANK OF ADVISER: Mark Lee O. Sabandal
RATIONALE Dust is a collection of microscopic particles of matter.
(State the situation that is The dust is heavy enough to be seen, yet light enough to
problematic situation and provide
be blown away by the wind. Dust can be made up of pollen,
legal basis)
bacteria, smoke, ash, salt crystals from the ocean, and
(Discuss the importance and validity small bits of dirt or rock, including sand. Dust can also
of your research) What are the contain tiny fragments of human and animal skin cells,
research gaps in the scientific pollution, and hair. The accumulation of dust can lead to
literature on your topic? physical abrasion, chemical degradation through the
introduction of pollutants, and can provide a substrate for
mold growth and insect infestation (National Geographic
Society,2023).
Citrus limon (C. limon) by-products are composed of
significant amounts of bioactive compounds, such as
phenolic compounds, carotenoids, vitamins, essential oils,
and fibres, which give them nutritional value and health
benefits such as antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. (
Magalhães et. al, 2024). On the other hand, olive oil
However, many commercial
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
CARAGA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SURIGAO DEL SUR
CORTES DISTRICT
PURPOSE
(What are the objectives of your
The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness
study?)
of lemon extract and olive oil as a natural dust repellent.
Specifically, it aims to measure and compare the amount of
dust that accumulates on surfaces treated with the lemon
extract and olive oil mixture versus untreated surfaces over
a specific period. This study seeks to provide evidence-
based results on whether this natural alternative can be
used as an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution to
reduce dust buildup in indoor environments.
Recommended by: Conformed:
___________________________ __________________________
Thesis/Dissertation Professor Chosen/Recommended Adviser
______ Approved Reviewed and Checked by:
______ Disapproved
______ Others (Specify):
Remarks _________________________________ MARK LEE O. SABANDAL
_________________________________________ Research Teacher
_________________________________________
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
CARAGA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SURIGAO DEL SUR
CORTES DISTRICT