Republic of the Philippines

SIBUGAY'S MATTHEW JACKSON SCHOOL, INC.

Magsaysay Str., Poblacion, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay
sibugaymatthewjacksonschoolinc@gmail.coradim

BANANA (musa acuminata) STEM FIBER AS AN ECO BAG

A Research Capstone Paper

Presented to the Faculty of Senior High School Department

Sibugay’s Matthew Jackson School Inc.

Magsaysay Street, Poblacion, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay

PRESENTED TO:

Mr. Jaime Oftana

PREPARED BY:

Lope, Eby D. Jr.

March, 2024

ABSTRACT

This study was a mixed method experimental research design with an observation sheet

that serves as the instrument of the study. The purpose of this research was to know the

potentiality of banana stem fiber as an alternative in making eco paper bag. It sought to answer

the questions: 1.) How effective is banana stem fiber in making eco bags? 2.) Why eco bags

made from banana stem fiber are good for replacing plastic bags? 3.) What is the significant

difference between commercialized and eco bag made of banana stem fiber?
 The researcher gathered the banana stem fiber and sliced them within the half an inch and

boiled it about an hour. When banana stem fiber turned brown, it is ready to be crushed in the

blender. The researchers made three tables and each table is consist of one trial in every eco

bags. The table 1 shows the amount carry by the eco bag. It shows that the weight limit of

1kilogram ensures that the eco bag remains sturdy and can securely hold your belongings just

like for the table 2 which can hold at least 1.5kilogram and 2.5kilogram for table 3.

After the data gathered and interpreted, the researchers proved that the banana stem fiber

can be alternative eco bag and is affordable than the commercial branded eco bag.

DEDICATION

Even though it has been challenging for us to finish, we would like to dedicate our

research to our parents because they have supported and assisted us. They provided us with

guidance and support as we conducted this study. They have given us both material and

emotional support. Their help was essential to the success of our investigation.

We also want to dedicate this to our subject teacher, Mr. Jaime Jr. C. Oftana, who guides

and encourages us during the entire research process. We also want to thank our friends, family,

and fellow researchers who have helped us with this study.

 Finally, while doing our research, we would want to dedicate this to the All-Powerful

God who has been leading, supporting, providing us hope, strength, knowledge, and good health

daily.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We, the researchers, are deeply grateful to the people listed below who have played a

significant role in making this study possible.

To Mr. Jaime Jr. C. Oftana: We extend our gratitude for her unwavering commitment to

ensuring the accuracy of our written work, as well as for the unique perspectives she offered

during our discussions. Furthermore, we thank his for his encouragement, which served as a

motivating force throughout the research process. We are grateful for her contributions to our

study, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration on future projects.

 We are forever indebted to our loving parents who provided us with unwavering moral

support and financial assistance throughout the course of the semester.

Above all, we are truly grateful to our Almighty Father who graced us with the wisdom

and determination required to complete this study. We firmly believe that our success is a

testament to His infinite grace and everlasting love. We are forever indebted to Him for His

unwavering guidance and support throughout the entirety of the research process.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION NO. PAGE

TITLE PAGE I

ABSTRACT II

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT III

DEDICATION IV

TABLE OF CONTENTS V

CHAPTER 1: PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND VI

 A. BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY 1-2

B. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM 3

C. SCOPE AND DELIMITATION 3

D. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY 4

CHAPTER 2: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE VII

E. REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES 5-8

F. THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK 8-9

G. CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK 10

H. DEFINITION OF TERMS 10-11

I. HYPOTHESIS 11

CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY VIII

J. RESEARCH METHOD 12

K. MATERIALS 13

L. EQUIPMENT/ APPARATUS AND UTENSILS 13

M. PROCEDURE 14-15

N. EVALUATION OF THE PRODUCT 16

O. STATISTICAL TREATMENT 17-19

CHAPTER 4: ANALYSIS OF DATA IX

P. ANALYSIS OF DATA 20

CHAPTER 5: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION X

 Q. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS 21

R. CONCLUSION 22

S. RECOMMENDATION 22-23

REFERENCES 24-25

LIST OF APPENDICES 26

T. APPENDIX A: DOCUMENTATION 27-28

U. APPENDIX B: CURRICULUM VITAE 29-36