THE EFFICIENCY OF

DETERGENTS IN FOOD STAIN

Renatha Denicia Olmedo A01736872. Sophia Ocampo Pérez A01737321 Ivanna Danielle Cano Macías: A01737012

INTRODUCCIÓN RESULTADOS
Detergents are essential cleaning partners found
in every household, widely available in markets
globally, and crucial for maintaining cleanliness.
They are available in different types suitable for
home, school, or work settings, all created to
handle the challenges of everyday cleaning duties.
In this sense, the aim is to determine how the type
of cleaning product affects the amount needed to
achieve the same level of cleanliness in the same
stain. In addition, the research team is exploring
sustainable alternatives to conventional
detergents to preserve the environment.

The theoretical framework is based on the

distinction between biodegradable and non-
biodegradable detergents and the history and
evolution of detergents in cleaning. The choice
between these types of detergents reflects a
growing concern about environmental impact, and
the concentration of the cleaning product is a
crucial factor in determining the amount needed
CONCLUTION AND
to achieve the desired effect. It is hypothesized ANALISYS
that if a biodegradable soap is used to clean fabric
The experiment investigated the effectiveness of
stains, it will work similarly to non-biodegradable
different detergents in removing food stains (in
soaps.
this specific case of salsa Maggy), with a focus on
comparing biodegradable and non-biodegradable
MATERIALS options. Based on visual evaluations the results
• Brush showed that Roma, the biodegradable detergent,
•Measuring cup was slightly more efficient (91.67% on average)
than Kirkland (non-biodegradable, 75%) and Tide
•Clothing
(non-biodegradable 73.33%) in cleaning Maggi
•Water sauce stains.
•Detergents
• Food Using as materials, a piece of white cloth to
implement the stains, water needed for rinsing
the stain and the detergents used already
METODOLOGÍA mentioned, also there was a brush if we had the
Detects a stain on a piece of fabric. In this need to use it, fortunately it was not that difficult
experiment, the fabric that will be used is cotton. 2. and it was not used.
Prepare the detergent solution: Mix 20 ml (0.68 oz)
of the first detergent with a small amount of water This supports the hypothesis, which stated the
and deposit the first mix of detergent in the piece of wonder of biodegradable detergents being as
fabric with the stain and rub on a constant basis, effective as non-biodegradable detergents. Even
continue the process until the entire detergent shown in this researched experiment by the
dissolves, rinse well and press. 3. Wipe dry: Press a cleanness of the stain, it is concluded they´re the
clean and dry towel or paper towel over the treated better efficient than the other ones.
area to absorb excess wetness. 4. Repeat the same
procedure with the other two detergents, analyze
the effectiveness of each of the detergents and write
down the observations. When making the analysis
take the following points into consideration • Record
the time it takes for each detergent to show visible
results. • Note any color changes, fabric damage or
color loss caused by the detergents. • Note the ease
of use and cleaning effectiveness of each detergent.
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