ABSTRACT

Insect repellents and insect killers are important tools for prevention of insect-borne

diseases as well as painful or uncomfortable insect bites. And one of natural insect killers is

the pomelo peel (Citrus maxima).

The main objective of this study was to determine the effectiveness of pomelo peel

(Citrus maxima) as mosquito killer. Three (3) set ups were made namely: (1) 5 mL of pomelo

peel oil extract and 35 mL of melted candle wax; (2) 10 mL of pomelo peel oil extract and 30

mL of melted candle wax; and (3) 15 mL of pomelo peel oil extract and 25 mL of melted candle

wax. These set ups were compared based on the number of mosquitoes killed in the three (3)

trials.

The main materials of the study consisted of 90 mL of pomelo peel oil extract and 270

mL of melted candle wax. The pertinent findings of this study were (1) The findings indicate

that there is no uniformity as to the average mortality rate of mosquitoes when test according

to percent composition by volume. (2) There is a significant difference on the effectiveness of

pomelo peel candle in killing mosquitoes when test according to percent composition by

volume. It implies that the higher the pomelo peel oil present in the candle, the more mosquitoes

it will kill. (3) There is a significant relationship between the percent composition by volume

of the pomelo peel and the average mortality rate of mosquitoes. It shows that percent

composition by mass of pomelo peel present in the candle affects (direct relationship) the

number of mosquitoes died. (4) The most effective percent composition by volume is 15 mL

of pomelo peel oil extract and 25 mL of melted candle wax.

The results further verified that the pomelo peel candle was effective in killing mosquitoes.
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We would like to amplify our deep gratefulness to the people who assisted, sponsored

and motivated us in the successful completion of this research.

The researchers want to express their endless appreciation to the following:

Ms. Odessa R. Viernes, the researchers’ adviser for her constant guidance, patience,

advices, tips and encouragement towards the successful completion of this study.

Ms. Aireen Joyce C. Mendoza, the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and

Mathematics) researchers’ subject teacher in Practical Research II, for her unending support

and help especially the motivation she gave for us to continue strive harder and soar higher.

The research panelists were highly appreciated too for allotting their time and great

comments that improved our study.

We would like to thank our parents who served as our strength and comfort during

those stress times. We would also like to give gratitude to Mr. Arnold A. Haban for helping

us for the mathematical assistance and who gave his time towards the successful of this study.

Above all, to our Almighty God who gave us the knowledge and perseverance to

continue and complete this study.

The Researchers
 Republic of the Philippines
Quezon National High School
Quezon Isabela
Basic Education Unit

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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF POMELO PEEL CANDLE IN TERMINATING
MOSQUITOES
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A Research Submitted in
Fulfilment of the Requirements in Practical Research II

Submitted to:

Ms. Aireen Joyce C. Mendoza

Submitted by:

Hydelyn D. Alingcotan
Janina Joi Z. Osabel
Lady Elaine G. Poquiz

S.Y. 2019-2020
 Table of Contents
Page
Title
Abstract
Table of Contents
CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Conceptual Framework ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3
Statement of the Problem ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Statement of Hypothesis ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Objective of the Study ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Significance of the Study ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Scope and Delimitation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
Definition of Terms ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
CHAPTER II: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
Mosquito ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Mosquito-borne diseases ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Pomelo ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
CHAPTER III: METHODOLOGY
Research Design -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Materials ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Procedure ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Statistical Analysis ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 15
Methodology Flow Chart ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
CHAPTER IV: PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA
Table 1: Average Mortality Rate of Mosquitoes in the Different Composition by Mass ---------- 18
Table 2: Summary on the Significant Differences on the Mortality Rate of the Different Composition
by Mass ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
CHAPTER V: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Summary of Findings --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Conclusion --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Recommendation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Bibliography ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ i
Appendix A -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ii
Appendix B -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- iv
Appendix C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- v
 Bibliography

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https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheet/detail/malaria

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheet/detail/chikungunya

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheet/detail/dengue

https://www.doh.gov.ph/press-release/DOH-DECLARES-NATIONAL-DENGUE-EPIDEMIC

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/319100891_Repellency_effect_of_white_flesh_Citrus_gr
andis_osbeck_fruit_peel_extracts_against_Aedes_aegypti_Linn_Mosquitoes

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3609257
 Appendix A

Preparation of the Materials needed in the experiment

 Appendix B

Experiment Trial
 Appendix B

Observation Sheet