Chapter 1 Group 2 Stem 2

Efficacy of Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) as
Alternative Commercial Glue
An Experimental Research
Presented to the Faculty of
City College of Tagaytay
Senior High School
In partial fulfillment
Of the requirements for the subject
Practical Research
Quilatan, Mariel Christine P.

Tampis, Keithe Laurence T.
Mendoza, Kalel Zachari P.
Tolentino, Maisie Grace S.
Villena, Johann Gerard M.
Perey, Fiona Alexandra F.
Ramos, Roshanne Aira P.
Reyes, Vincent Jennel S.
Simpao, Eduard Ryan F.
Pantoja, Syruq Jade M.
Salazar, Rizza Mae A.
Mojica, Maegel B.
Lunes, Jimae M.
Sison, Charlie P.
Pabia, Ramel
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CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction
Everyone can have a hidden secret capacity and capability for something that they
are sometimes unaware of. People's perspectives on things that are unprofitable in today's
world are such that they can easily discard them in the garbage or throw it around. Mark
Zusak (2007) quoted, "Maybe everyone can live beyond what they're capable of." He
indicated this quote to every human being, which is somewhat applicable to reusable
items. Similar to an okra plant, it appears to be a simple plant, but it can be capable of
producing environmentally friendly products that benefit a large number of people.
Glue is any of various strong adhesive substances (Merriam-Webster Dictionary).
It was widely employed in Europe during Ancient Rome, Renaissance, and Medieval
times. It makes our lives easier and helps us build, create, and repair both quickly and
easily while being cost-effective and easy to purchase. Thus, glue is basically part of
everyday life because we would be living in a completely different world without glue,
and we would most likely still be living in a more primitive state.
Due to the capability of mucilaginous property of okra that produces a sticky
substance, researchers came up with the concept of using them as a primary source of
alternative glue. This natural Okra glue will provide not only a cheaper but also a non-
toxic and safe product that is universally used especially by the students and individuals
who are interested in using it.
Lady's finger (Abelmoschus esculents) or "Okra" is commonly known here in the
Philippines as a green finger shaped like a vegetable. It is one of the many plants which
contain mucilage and is widely dominated in tropical regions around the world including
the Philippines (University of Sto. Tomas Department of Medical Technology, n.d., as
cited in Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) as Alternative Glue, 2016). Its mucilaginous
properties are used as a thickening agent for food, particularly in soups. The upper part of
the okra pods is commonly removed or cut and thrown prior to cooking and contains
mucilage which gives its slimy characteristic. This concept makes the researchers think
that this mucilage from the okra plant has a good potential to be an alternative glue. By
extracting the okra through boiling, separating, and filtration processes, it possibly
releases its mucilage which can be derived in making glue.
This study seeks to know if the okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) can be used as an
alternative ingredient in making and producing glue. The main goal of this study is to
create an alternative glue that is organic and safe. Also, due to the rising price of
commercial glue in the market, the researchers have come up with an idea of a
homemade glue using the materials that can just be accumulated easily
Objective of the Study
This study aims to enhance the study of the Efficacy of Okra (Abelmoschus
Esculentus) as Alternative Commercial Glue. Specifically, the study ought:
1. To determine the effectiveness of Okra as alternative commercial glue,
2. To classify the amount of Okra that will be needed to produce alternative glue,
3. To identify the difference between the properties made out of Okra and other
commercial glue in terms of:
a. Viscosity,
b. Odor; and
c. Stickiness
4. To determine the process of how to produce alternative commercial glue made out
of Okra.
Hypotheses
The researchers assume that:
H0: There is no significant difference between the glue made out of Okra (Abelmoschus
Esculentus) and the commercial glue.
H1: There is a significant difference between the glue made out of Okra (Abelmoschus
Esculentus) and the commercial glue.
H0: There is no significant difference between the properties of commercial glue and eco-
glue produced from Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) in terms of viscosity, odor, and
stickiness.
H1: There is a significant difference between the properties of commercial glue and eco-
glue produced from Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) in terms of viscosity, odor, and
stickiness.
Conceptual Framework
INPUT PROCESS OUTPUT
a. Determining the  Preparation of Efficacy of

effectiveness of okra extracted Okra
as an alternative mucilage from (Abelmoschus
commercial glue. okra as an Esculentus) as
b. Classifying the volume alternative Alternative
of okra to serve the commercial glue. Commercial
same function that  Testing and Glue
commercial glue examination of
provides. the okra
c. Identifying the mucilage extract
difference between the to produce glue.
properties of glue  Collection of
made from okra and data based on the
commercial glue in experimentation.
terms of viscosity,  Analyzing and
odor, and stickiness. interpretation of
d. Determining the collected data.
process of how to
produce an alternative
commercial glue made
of okra.
Figure 1. Conceptual Framework
Conceptual Paradigm
The concept of the study ought to provide a baseline data with regards to the
efficacy of okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) as an alternative commercial glue are shown
in the table. The first figure shows how the researchers going to determine the
effectiveness and the amount of the raw material that will be used in the process shown in
the second figure. Through the process of applying some methods such as the preparation
of materials needed as well as the testing and interpretation of the collected data from the
experimentation that must undergo, will bring us to the output or the expected product of
the study. The finished product will lead us into an eco-friendly alternative commercial
glue which is a low-cost, non-toxic, and has bio-compatibility glue that is available to
everyone due to okra’s high availability in nature.
Significance of the Study
This study aimed to determine the efficacy of okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) as
alternative commercial glue. This study is designed to show the benefits on how this
research help the following sectors.
Students. Students will have a better understanding of the efficacy of okra
(Abelmoschus Esculentus) as alternative commercial glue and will be aware that there
are benefits that can attend to their needs.
Teachers. Teachers can use the product of this study in making instructional materials
for natural alternative glue.
Consumers. Regular people that uses glue can use alternative natural glue instead of
commercial glue regarding on pasting their materials or creating a hand-on project.
Farmers. Farmers having plantation of okra improve their productivity and profitability
that they can gain especially that they have ideas about the importance of okra.
Future researchers. Future researchers can use this study as reference to their further
studies. This can also serve as their guide for researchers who have the same interest.
Scope and Limitation of the Study
The study focuses on the effectiveness of okra in behaving as glue by extracting
mucilage from it. That has the ability to produce a sticky texture like glue. The goal of
this study is to develop a less expensive product that can be used by everyone, especially
students and people who want to be frugal when purchasing materials in order to save
money since this study can be conducted at home as well as the materials needed can be
found at home. The limitation of the product is that it can only be used in pasting and
should not be applied for other purposes. The mucilage to be used only comes from okra
and not other fruits. This study will focus only on okra fruit and its effectiveness as an
adhesive.
Definition of Terms
(Terms here are optionally defined for better understanding of the readers)
Glue – A white or colorless liquid substance that has a sticky texture with a strong
adhesive substance. It is a hard protein mainly gelatinous substance that absorbs water to
shape a viscous solution.
Renaissance - A fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political and economic
rebirth.
Medieval Times – The period between the Roman Empire and the Renaissance.
Okra – Which is also known as “abelmoschus esculentus”, is a tall yearly herb of the
mallow family that's developed for its mucilaginous green units utilized particularly in
soups or stews
Mucilage- It is a thick, gluey substance that contains protein and polysaccharides and
is comparative to plant gums produced by nearly all plants and some microorganisms.
University of Sto. Tomas - The oldest existing university in Asia, which is located at
Sampaloc, Manila.
Filtration Process - The method in which strong particles in
a fluid or vaporous liquid are expelled by the utilization of a channel medium
that grants the liquid to pass through but holds the strong particles.
REFERENCES
Meriam Webster (n.d.). Glue. In Merriam-Webster.com dictionary. Retrieved May 12,
2022 from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glue
Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) as Alternative Glue. (2016). Retrieved May 12, 2022
from https://studymoose.com/okra-abelmoschus-esculentus-as-alternative-glue-
essay?fbclid=IwAR2IBGXW2myJQnkK8TMba8Bjaoys_t6Xzv-
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Zusak, Markus (2007). “I Am the Messenger”, p.353, Knopf Books for Young Readers.
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Efficacy of Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) as

Alternative Commercial Glue

Quilatan, Mariel Christine P.

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

producing environmentally friendly products that benefit a large number of people.

Glue is any of various strong adhesive substances (Merriam-Webster Dictionary).

and we would most likely still be living in a more primitive state.

Due to the capability of mucilaginous property of okra that produces a sticky

who are interested in using it.

the Philippines (University of Sto. Tomas Department of Medical Technology, n.d., as

cited in Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) as Alternative Glue, 2016). Its mucilaginous

releases its mucilage which can be derived in making glue.

Objective of the Study

Esculentus) as Alternative Commercial Glue. Specifically, the study ought:

1. To determine the effectiveness of Okra as alternative commercial glue,

commercial glue in terms of:

The researchers assume that:

Esculentus) and the commercial glue.

Esculentus) and the commercial glue.

INPUT PROCESS OUTPUT

a. Determining the  Preparation of Efficacy of

Figure 1. Conceptual Framework

efficacy of okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) as an alternative commercial glue are shown

everyone due to okra’s high availability in nature.

Significance of the Study

This study aimed to determine the efficacy of okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) as

research help the following sectors.

Students. Students will have a better understanding of the efficacy of okra

are benefits that can attend to their needs.

for natural alternative glue.

commercial glue regarding on pasting their materials or creating a hand-on project.

Scope and Limitation of the Study

The study focuses on the effectiveness of okra in behaving as glue by extracting

shape a viscous solution.

Renaissance - A fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political and economic

Filtration Process - The method in which strong particles in

a fluid or vaporous liquid are expelled by the utilization of a channel medium

Meriam Webster (n.d.). Glue. In Merriam-Webster.com dictionary. Retrieved May 12,

2022 from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glue

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