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Brgy. Narra, Francisco Homes Subdivision, City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan
Camote Tops
as an Alternative pH Indicator
in Determining the pH level of
Different Water Brands
Research conducted by
Miaka Nicole L. de Vera
Submitted to
Ms. Princess Custodio
Practical Research 2 Teacher
Date
DEDICATION
The researcher would like to dedicate this study to health-conscious people; for
them to know that there are alternative resources that will also provide the same
results as the original products.
To the market consumers, so they will know that the price does not guarantee
the quality of a product.
To the researcher’s family who has always been there guiding and supporting
with all their might.
To the teachers who helped the researcher and gave pointers to accomplish this
study.
To her Alma Mater, First City Providential College, that served as an instrument
for the researcher to enhance her writing skills.
And to God, who gave her knowledge and strength throughout this study.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The researcher would like to express her deepest gratitude to everyone who
contributed for the completion of this study.
The researcher would like to thank her family for their never-ending support and
motivation.
And lastly, to God, for giving the researcher strength and wisdom for her to
finish this study triumphantly.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Approval Sheet…………………………………………………………………….………………………….
Dedication………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Acknowledgement…………………………………………………………………………...................
Abstract…………………………………………………………………………………………………..……1
Chapter 2: Methods
A. Methodology……………………………………………….………………….…………………13
A1. Materials…………………………..…….………………….……………………………….13
A2. Procedures…………………………….……………………………..………..………….13
B. Research Design……………………………………………….................................14
C. Research Setting………………………………………………………….……….….……….15
D. Statistical Treatment……………………………………..……………..…………………...16
A. Summary……………………………………………….………………………………………..19
B. Conclusion…………………………………….……………………………………..………….20
C. Recommendati……………………………….…………………………………..…………….21
Bibliography……………………..…………………….………………………………………………….22
Appendices……………………………………………….………………….……………………………….
ABSTRACT
It is generally a fact that water is something that people cannot live without due
to its benefits, particlularly, drinking. Water companies provide bottled waters that have
undergone treatment. But not all brands have the same measure of acidity and
alkalinity or also known as pH. And this has been proven by the researcher through this
study. The reseacher used an experimental research design where she made an
alternative pH indicator which is the extract of the camote tops. The researcher then
compared different brands of bottled water from the market and proved the hypotheses
of the study. The research and experiment was conducted at First City Providential
College.
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CHAPTER 1
The Problem and Review of Related Literature
A. Introduction
Additionally, though potable water only comprises a small fraction of the total
use of water, it is significant especially to the evereyday-lives of people.
In the Philippines, many water companies arise to provide clean and healthy
water for the community. But not all companies offer the same quality and benefits.
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A.1 Main Objective
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B. Review of Related Literature and Studies
Keyword: pH indicator
Based on H2O for Health (2012), Alkaline water is better than acidic
water for calcium retention and bone health.
The body absorbs healthy minerals like calcium from alkaline water.
Acidic water is not a good source of healthy minerals.
Keyword: pH level
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(green), pH less than 7 is acidic (light green to red) and greater than 7 is basic
(violet to blue).
Keyword: intake
A diet full of acidic foods will affect the body’s pH level and can trigger
the onset of acid reflux. By incorparating a diet rich in alkaline foods and
intaking alkaline water, a person can effectively manage the acidity in his/her
stomach.
Keyword: awareness
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B2. Review of Related Studies Citations
Keyword: pH indicator
Most of the bottled water that are commonly used as drinking water
are acidic, which can be damaging the body (BodyClenz, 2013)
Keyword: pH level
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C. Conceptual Framework
Knowing the pH level of the water can help a lot of people around the world.
These are the three factors to be considered:
Does not have to spend too much. Many water companies use different
strategies to advertise their products. But little do some people know, some of it are not
worthy to spend money with. So if people choose the best brand, they will no longer
have to spend too much and can even save themselves for potential problems that they
may face.
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Figure 1
Effects of knowing
the pH level of
water
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D. Hypotheses
1. The popularity brand does not determine its effectiveness and credibility.
2. People tend to choose the popular brands rather than the brand with the best
effect on the drinker’s health.
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E. Significance of the Study
This study will be a significant attempt in the society to bring awareness and to
avoid having complications on their health. Knowing how to make their own pH
indicator would be a huge help especially for those who want to maintain their healthy
lifestyle. It is important to have an initiative in an early age in maintaining one’s health
and this research will serve as a stepping stone. Thus, this study will be beneficial to
the students, teachers, consumers and community.
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F. Scope and Limitation
The study focuses on determining the acidity of different brands of bottled water
and formulating alternative pH indicator. Humans might acquire more acids than
alkaline due to their unawareness. Hence, with this research, this issue can be avoided.
With limited sources and scope, this research is bounded to accomplish its goals with
the help of teachers and staffs from First City Providential College located at Barangay
Narra Francisco Homes, San Jose del Monte, Bulacan.
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G. Definition of terms
G1. pH (noun)
- to draw forth
- one of the procedures in making an indicator
G5. anthocynanin (noun)
- responsible for red, purple, and blue color of flowers, leaves and vegetables
- determines the level of pH
G6. susceptibility (noun)
- capable of submitting to an action, process, or operation
- can be a result if a person drinks acidic water (susceptible to diseases)
G7. eminently (adverb)
- to a high degree
- extend of how the researcher recommends this study
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CHAPTER 2
Methods
A. Methodology
A1. Materials
- camote tops
- different bottled water brands
- plastic cups
- pot
- water
- beaker
- dropper
A2. Procedures
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B. Research Design
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C. Research Setting
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D. Statistical Treatment
The main objective of this research is to get the brand with the least price and
highest pH for better health benefits. So, in order to achieve this objective, the
researcher used ₱ ÷ mL and (x) (350) as formulas. First, ₱ ÷ mL was used to find the
price of the water per mL (x). The researcher divided the price of the bottled water (₱)
with its original amount (mL). Second, (x) (350) was used to get the price of each
water in uniform amounts. 350 mL served as the ideal amount so each brand will be
compared with uniform volume. The price per mL (x) was multiplied with the ideal
amount (350). Third, the brands were numbered and ranked in accordance with their
pH level and price.
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CHAPTER 3
Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data
Table 3.1
The reseacher tested the pH level of different bottled water brands using the
alternative pH indicator which was the extract of the camote tops. After putting uniform
amount of water and indicator in each cup, Le Minerale and Nature Spring appeared to
be acidic, Viva and Refresh to be in moderate level and the rest to be alkaline.
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Since the brands do not have the same volume, the prices are not accurate and
cannot be rank. Hence, the researcher made 350 as the ideal amount for every brand
and computed for the new price.
The objective of the research is to find alkaline bottled water with the least price.
Therefore, acidic and moderate leveled brands are eliminated from the ranking.
Bonus happened to be the brand that has the least price and highest pH level
whose computed price is ₱6.36, followed by Aqualize with ₱7.40, Aqualife with ₱7.50,
then Aquafina (₱9.00), Absolute (₱10.25), Banahaw (₱ 11.00) and lastly, Wilkins
(₱11.67).
Table 3.2
pH indicator
HOME MADE FACTORY MADE
low cost pricey
convenient inconvenient
can be seen anywhere hard to find
easy to do complex
Based on the table given above, home made pH indicator has more positive sides
compared to factory made. Both are accurate since the anthocyanin present in camote
tops is a naturally occuring pH indicator that acts similarly to litmus or the factory
made indicator. Hence, health-conscious people do not need to spend too much finding
pH indicator when they can make their own at home.
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CHAPTER 4
Summary, Conclusion and Recommendation
A. Summary
In this research, the researcher proved that not all brands have the
same level of pH and that price does not determine the alkalinity of water.
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B. Conclusion
With the studies and experiments done, the researcher therefore concludes that
the price of bottled water does not determine its alkalinity. Hence, people should not be
dependent on the price but on the quality of the water they drink for better health
purposes.
Additionally, the researcher has proven that bottled waters have different levels
of pH and found the brand with the best quality and least price.
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C. Recommendation
Students. This study will give them additonal knowledge that they can use in
their lives. Furthermore, they can recommend the product to their loved ones so they
can altogether maintain their well-beings.
Future researchers. This research can serve as their guide for their future
researches. They could get ideas and use it to have further discussions about
alternative resources.
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H2O for Health. (2012, November 20). Alkaline Water vs Acidic Water. Retrieved from
http://www.h2oforhealth.com/alkaline-water-vs-acidic-water/
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Ophardt, Charles E.(2003) ,Virtual Chembook, “pH Scale”, Elmhurst College, Oct.
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Eldorado Natural Spring Water. (2016, February 8). Why is the pH of your Water So
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http://scinet.dost.gov.ph/union/ShowSearchResult.php?f=&p=&page=&sid=1&id
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