...INTRODUCTION I. IMPORTANCE OF THE STUDY This study was conducted to produce an alternative source of vinegar out of banana peel. It is very convenient because the Philippineshave an abundant plantation of banana plant. Our country grows many different varieties of bananas. Rather than throwing the banana peelings in the waste or tossing them in a compost bin, we can use them to make an alternative source of vinegar. The result of this study is significant to the society. Nowadays, almost all products have increased their prices. So when the time comes that the branded vinegar we’re using at home also increases its price we don’t have to worry because we already have an alternative source of vinegar.Aside from that, you can also earn money by introducing this product to your friends or neighbors. CHAPTER II RELATED LITERATURE BANANA A banana is an edible fruit produced by several kinds of large herbaceous flowering plants in the genus Musa. (In some countries, bananas used for cooking may be called plantains.) The fruit is variable in size, color and firmness, but is usually elongated and curved, with soft flesh rich in starchcovered with a rind which may be green, yellow, red, purple, or brown when ripe. The fruits grow in clusters hanging from the top of the plant. Almost all modern edible parthenocarpic (seedless) bananas come from two wild species – Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana. Musa species are native to tropical Indomalaya and Australia...
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...Shoe Polish out of Banana Peel extract An Investigative Project Presented to: Mr. Paul Keenan C. Butt At Philippine Women’s University Jose Abad Santos Edsa QC In Partial fulfilment of the research in Chemistry By: Gabrielle Balanon III-Newton March 2014 Abstract The product of my research is a shoe polish made out of Banana peel extract. Tannin, an astringent that is an important ingredient in the process of tanning leather, can be found in Banana peels. This makes it an efficient ingredient for making shoe polish. I also decided to use Banana peels because there is a significant amount of banana peel waste being generated all around the world, so instead of just throwing them away and letting them rot, it’s better to put them to good use. The materials and ingredients needed for my research are very easy to get a hold of and doesn’t cost much as well. The process of making the product won’t take long either. It is a very affordable and effective product. It goes to show that Banana peels are more than just a part of the classic physical comedy slapstick visual gag, the "slipping on a banana peel" because it can actually make your shoes shine. Acknowledgement In the making of this research, I have a number of people who I would like to acknowledge for their unending patience and their big help. Firstly, I would like to acknowledge my parents. For all the patience they have given me. They have put in the effort of...
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...the Study Bananas are among the most widely consumed fruits on the planet and, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans' favorite fresh fruit. The curvy yellow fruits are high in "potassium and pectin, a form of fiber," said Laura Flores, a San Diego-based nutritionist. They can also be a good way to get magnesium and vitamins C and B6. "Bananas are high in antioxidants, which can provide protection from free radicals, which we come into contact with every day, from the sunlight to the lotion you put on your skin," Flores added. Hawaii is the only place in the U.S. where bananas are grown commercially, although at one time they were also grown in southern California and Florida. The overwhelming majority of the bananas Americans eat come from countries in Latin America and South America, including Costa Rica, Ecuador, Colombia, Honduras, Panama, and Guatemala. Bananas were first found in New Guinea and spread throughout the Philippines nearly 4,000 years ago, and from their diversified around the world. They became a popular item in India, Indonesia, Australia, and Malaysia and were even used to make clothes and other fabrics in Japan. It wasn’t until they hit colonial plantations in America that they were used for inter cropping plants such as coffee, cacao, and pepper plantations. Their leaves provided the perfect shade for the more valuable plants, which was only the beginning of their endless environmental uses and health benefits. Bananas are rich in...
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...USED COOKING OIL AND BANANA PEEL EXTRACT AS AN ALTERNATIVE SHOE POLISHER Researcher: Chelsea T. Sandoval Chapter I INTRODUCTION A. Background of the Study Nowadays, Shoe polish is widely used by people especially by students, office workers, etc. on their leather shoes. But the commercial shoe polishers were made of chemicals which can harm human’s health if used recklessly. Shoe polish is full of chemicals that smells bad and can be dangerous, especially if you have small children or pets in your house. Many people are interested in using a safer alternative for polishing their leather shoes but few people didn’t realize that they have everything they need in their homes already. Various substances have been used as shoe polish for hundreds of years, starting with natural substances such as wax and tallow. Modern polish was introduced early in the 20th century and some products from that era are still in use today. The purpose of this study is make an alternative shoe polisher and to conduct an investigation/experimentation on how to use used cooking oil and banana peels in a very convenient, practical and useful way. This study is used to lessen the chemical use in the society and to maintain a greener environment. B. Statement of the Problem General problem: This study seeks the feasibility of used cooking oil and banana peels extract as an effective shoe polisher. Sub-problems: 1.) How to make the solution. 2.) Does the...
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...Banana Peel as Alternative Bio-sorbent Material for Removal of 2-Chlorophenol from Water Salma I. M. Ibrahim1,2,3 Torsten C. Schmidt2; Samy M. Abd El-azeem3 1: Holding Company for Potable Water and Sanitation, Fayoum, Egypt 2: Instrumental Analytical Chemistry, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany 3: Chemistry Departement, Faculty of Science, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt Introduction Water is one of the vital necessities for the survival of human beings. Wastewater reclamation, recycling and reuse are vital to meet the water requirements for irrigation, industry and domestic use due to increasing population and development in many parts of the world. Industrial wastewaters largely possess organic and inorganic materials such as dyes, phenols, aromatic compounds, and heavy metals [1]. Phenols cause bad taste and odor of drinking water and can exert negative effects on different biological processes. Phenol and its derivatives also show mutagenic effects by unbinding of the DNA helix, inhibition of DNA synthesis in human, induction of gene mutations, chromosome aberrations and a neuploid formations (phenol, catechol) [2]. Because of this increased awareness and concern about environmental pollution, stringent national and international legislation has been set up, generating more efforts of research work in this area, especially in finding better and more efficient techniques to treat wastewater bearing these organic pollutants [3]. Bio-sorbents are certain...
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..."Banana peels (Musa Acuminata or Musa Balbisiana) and Mint Leaves Extract (Mentha) as the components of homemade Mosquito Repellent Floor wax.." In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements In Biotechnology (Science Investigatory Project) Submitted to Ms. Madonna Decena Biotechnology Teacher Negros Occidental National Science High School Faculty Submitted by Trevorha Kyle M. Basillote Leah Jeanette M. Lozano Lyrah Mae D. Enoc Jhanna C. Flores Nicole L. Constantino Mahonri A. Alquisalas January 26, 2016 Victorias City Background of the study The population of our country are mostly composed of students. And one of the responsibility of a student is to clean their school or classroom to be specific. They tend to use (commercial) floor wax to have a clean and shiny floor. So we decided to make a floor wax which is very affordable and can give an equal quality as the commercial can, using mainly banana peel, gasoline and candles. Some people get allergic reactions to the chemical contents of commercialize floor wax. At the same time the dengue cases in our country are still relevant. Aside from making a natural and affordable floor wax, we added a content of mosquito repellent which is the mint leaves extract. The banana is an edible fruit, botanically a berry, produced by several kinds of large herbaceous flowering plants in the genus Musa. We use banana peels as one of the main components of our floor wax because it gives "slippery effect" for...
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...Acceptability of CYB (Charcoal, Yellow Bell, Banana Peel) Shoe Polish A Research Presented to: Mrs. Trichelita L. Pagtaconan In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement in: SCIENCE RESEARCH Presented by: Jennifer Maureen T. Caldito Deniell M. Corpuz Elaiza Claire V. Cruz Jeanny Mae B. Magana Rhoi Kenneth S. Manding Aldrix Royce A. Tungpalan Mariano Marcos State University Laboratory High School Laoag City 2015 CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION Background of the Study It was in the 18th Century; an era of discoveries and creationism that had made developments for science and history. One of the developments include different kinds of application such as, shoe polish. A Shoe polish is a waxy paste, cream, or liquid us to polish, shine and waterproof leather shoes to extend the footwear’s life and restore, maintain and improve their appearance. Shoe polish helps the material (especially seen in leather) that shoes are made of. It contains fats, lipids and wax. The lipids make the leather smooth and soft, while the wax protects it form dirt and moisture. It also gives a beautiful sheen. Procedure or methods on applying a shoe polish are to use a rag, cloth, or brush. Shoe shiner is not a cleaning product, and therefore the footwear should be both clean and dry before application. A vigorous rubbing action to apply the polish evenly on the shoe, followed by further buffing with a clean dry brush or cloth, usually provide good results. Another technique, known...
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...Project Banana Peel Wax (Grade 10-Odyssey) Table of Contents Abstract Hypothesis Terminologies Methodology Results Conclusion I. Abstract Aim to find some alternative floor wax that can surely beat commercial ones. Banana or banana peel to be more specific is high in potassium that is commonly used ingredient in shoe polish and another, banana peel is known for its slippery effect that when both idea is combined, we can make an alternative floor wax. To recycle waste materials such as candles and banana peel into useful ones. II. Hypothesis * To know if banana peel is good to be as an alternative as a floor wax. * To conclude that banana peel is not capable to be an alternative as a floor wax. III. Terminologies Banana – (Musa paradisiaca) is an edible fruit. Peel – rind or skin Floor wax – used to polish and preserve the finish of floors. IV. Methodology *We will need the following materials before starting: * Banana peel * Used candles * Can * Kerosene * molder 1) Melt used candles in a can. 2) Add kerosene to maintain/achieve our wax consistency to prevent it to be as hard as a candle. 3) Put the banana peel into boil for 5-15 minutes. 4) Remove the banana peel 5) Pour the wax into the molder and let it cool. V. Results When applied into floors, it leaves a natural gloss and shine just like or more than your trusted commercial wax can do. VI. Conclusion I therefore conclude that banana peel...
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...Don't discard banana peels; they are valuable as plant fertilizer. Bananas are packed with nutrients, and that includes their peels. Though you won't want to eat them yourself, your plants benefit from the nutrients as the peels decay. Plants need nutrients need to thrive. Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are required in the highest amounts, and nutrients such as calcium, manganese, sodium and sulfur are necessary in lower amounts. While various levels of these nutrients occur naturally, some soils can use a boost. Adding banana peels around prized plants is a widespread gardening practice that can improve your soil. Sponsored Link Expat Health Insurance Free Quotes Instantly Online Save Now on Best Cover for Expats www.nowcompare.com/Expats ------------------------------------------------- Potassium Dried banana peels are 42 percent potassium, more than most other organic substances, such as manure at 0.5 percent, wood ash at 10 percent and cantaloupe rinds at 12 percent. Potassium promotes the movement of water and nutrients between cells. It also strengthens stems and protects plants from disease. Because the plant is healthier, it might flower more. After the plant blooms, potassium can improve the quality and size of any fruit or nuts. ------------------------------------------------- Phosphorus Banana peels are 3.25 percent phosphorus, one of the other major nutrients that plants need to grow. Phosphorus helps rooting, improves winter hardiness and speeds...
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...…………………………………………………………………………….5 b. Analysis of data/ Discussion ……………………………………………………….5 Conclusion …………………………………………………………………………………..6 Recommendation ……………………………………………………………………………7 Bibliography ………………………………………………………………………………...8 IV ABSTRACT In this day, floor polishes are mostly made from synthetic materials, which could be too expensive for a lot of people. This project involves making a cheap alternative to commercially available floor polishes through the use of banana peels, kerosene, paraffin and polyethylene wax crystals. Instead of just throwing banana peels away, the researchers have decided to put them to good use by making floor polish out of them. This project highlights that floor polishes made from banana peels are cheaper than, yet as effective as those available commercially. We used candles because a candle contains paraffin and polyethylene wax which will give us a glossy finish. Next, we used kerosene which will give us consistency we needed for the floor wax. Lastly, we used banana peels because it is naturally slippery and that...
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...investigate about this because we just got curious if all waste materials are truly a waste and to the point that we can’t use it in another way , So we decided to research about the other uses of banana peelings and we knew that there are so many uses of banana peelings and we chose one and that is ‘’banana peelings as coffee’’ * III. MATERIALS * We’re just going to buy the ingredients , then the materials that we’re going to use we’ll just borrow it. The ingredients are the ff: The materials we’re going to use are the ff: -3 to 4 banana peelings - blender -spoon - tea cup - sugar - mixing bowl * IV.PROCEDURES * As you eat bananas, peel off labels. Throw peels into your freezer. * You can also make this tea without freezing and drying peels. Just put a fresh peel in a cup and boil with water. * When you have enough peels to fill a pan, let them thaw in your pan for an hour or two. They should turn black * Crack and shred your peels by hand a little bit. * Pulverize about one peel at a time in the blender. Add up to four peels before emptying your blender into a dry tea jar. * Pour hot water over one heaping teaspoon of the blended peel. That is about as strong as a black tea bag. Always adjust amounts to your taste. Enjoy before bedtime, to help...
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...intricate a shoe is-in yourself and in the eyes of the people around you. Going back to history, in societal belief, the person with a high-profiled has an identity of having polished-leathered shoes in his/her feet. At this modern era, everyone has its decision whether to use shoe polisher or not, something that diminished the gap between the so-called high people and lower ones. Shoe polish used to polish, shine, and waterproof leather shoes or boots to extend the footwear's life, and restore, maintain and improve their appearance (thefreedictionary). Shoe polish had been widely used even before the twentieth century, during the medieval times, dubbin- a waxy product, was used to soften and waterproof leather but did not made the leather shine until they tried to mixed the beeswax and lanolin as bases that until now major company of boot polish is using. Another historical file, the popularity of shoe polish paralleled a general rise in leather and synthetic shoe production, beginning in the 19th century and continuing into the 20th. The World Wars saw a surge in demand for the product, in order to polish army boots and contributed to its fame all over the globe. Focusing to our study, we will use the banana peel extract and coconut husk ashes in making true our research. Coconut is the fruit of the most economically important member of the great palm family, Palmae. The genus cocos is Southeast Asian and contains only one species, C. nucifera .Cultivated in tropical lowlands,...
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...Center Wawandue, Subic, Zambales THE FEASIBILITTY OF BANANA (MUSA PARADISIACA) PEEL AS AN ALTERNATIVE SOURCE OF FLOORWAX Milanio, Rinoa Jane T. Grade 7 Einstein ABSTRACT The researcher conduct this study due to economics crisis nowadays. It's aim to create a product of floorwax which is cheaper and could give the same quality which the commercial one could give through banana. Chapter I – Introduction Background of the Study As of now, our country is facing a great crisis in economy. The researcher found out that in the houses, floor wax is being used to make their floor shiny. And the researcher found out that they using an expensive ready-made-floor wax. So, the researcher decided to make an affordable floor wax that can give an equal quality. Statement of the Problem The researcher’s problem is: Can a banana peel be an effective source of making floor wax? Hypothesis If you will use just made banana peel floor wax, then you can save more money. Significance of the Study This study can give benefits to the people specially to the poor people, to have a good business and also to save money to buy their needs. Specially to the parents who needs to buy their needs. Scope and Limitations The researcher chose this study for further investigation if the banana peel can be an effective source of floor wax. ...
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...cost of the production should not be very expensive. In connection with this, the researchers will develop a new product from Saba peel and Banana blossom. The researchers will utilize the Saba peel and Banana blossom as the main ingredients in making the patty with the addition of TVP as an additional protein source. Banana peels may be used to formulate preparations with pharmacologic/medicinal, nutritive and energy values. Recycling of fruit peel wastes will not only help lessen solid waste problems but will also help discover important substances that may prove to have vital use. Peel wastes of Saba can then be put to good use before its final disposal. Banana blossom is also considered an edible part of the banana. It is an excellent source of crude fibre in human diet and serves as an antioxidant when ingested. Also, Banana blossom can reduce the body sugar levels of diabetic patients and increase the haemoglobin content of the blood. With the use of Saba peel and Banana blossom as an alternative source of nutrients from meat or meat itself in making shanghai rolls would be a good deal. The researchers named the new product “Boregi”. 1. Significance of the Study It is already possible to produce burger patties from the Saba peel or either Banana blossom alone, but the development of the shanghai rolls made from Saba peel...
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...Center Wawandue, Subic, Zambales THE FEASIBILITTY OF BANANA (MUSA PARADISIACA) PEEL AS AN ALTERNATIVE SOURCE OF FLOORWAX Milanio, Rinoa Jane T. Grade 7 Einstein ABSTRACT The researcher conduct this study due to economics crisis nowadays. It's aim to create a product of floorwax which is cheaper and could give the same quality which the commercial one could give through banana. Chapter I – Introduction Background of the Study As of now, our country is facing a great crisis in economy. The researcher found out that in the houses, floor wax is being used to make their floor shiny. And the researcher found out that they using an expensive ready-made-floor wax. So, the researcher decided to make an affordable floor wax that can give an equal quality. Statement of the Problem The researcher’s problem is: Can a banana peel be an effective source of making floor wax? Hypothesis If you will use just made banana peel floor wax, then you can save more money. Significance of the Study This study can give benefits to the people specially to the poor people, to have a good business and also to save money to buy their needs. Specially to the parents who needs to buy their needs. Scope and Limitations The researcher chose this study for further investigation if the banana peel can be an effective source of floor wax. ...
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