LOCKER DEODORIZER

Submitted by: Ma. Cassandra Isabel Artesano Khrystine Zheryl Gecosala Gea Marie Gelvoleo Excel Marie Salgado Jenika Austen Uy

Submitted to: Mrs. Angela de Angel

Acknowledgements

After all the research the researchers had done at the same time the several experiments conducted, we the researchers would like to thank the people who made this project possible.

Firstly, we the researchers would like to thank the Almighty Father for guiding and providing them with the correct and proper ideas in making this SIP.

Secondly, they would like to thank Mr. Gary Gecosala for providing us with a place to stay to make our project by letting us stay in their abode home. And thanks to Mr. Uy, for fetching us. Thank you very much. To Miguel Narcida of 8D, Basil Latap of 8E and Coleen Tabligan of 8D for testing this product and using it. Thank you very much.

And to the parents of the researchers for allowing us to conduct the research on weekends for the trust they gave to us.

And likewise to Ms. Angela de Anghel for the suggestions she has given throughout the research and for allowing us to conduct researches in school.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction Section1.1 Introduction of the Locker-Deodorizer... Section1.2 Background of The study. Section1.3 Statement of the Problem/Objectives. Section1.4 Hypothesis... Section1.5 Significance of the Study... Section1.6 Scope and Limitations. Section1.7 Definitions of terms. Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature Section2.1 Unleash the Deodorizing Power of Nature Section2.2 Safe Environmentally Friendly Ingredients.. Section2.3 Sustainable Compost Odor Solution.. Section2.4 It's No Cover-up. Section2.5 Environmentally Friendly.. Section2.6 Applications... Section2.7 Directions... Chapter 3: Methodology Section3.1 Introduction to Methodology Section3.2 Materials and Equipments Section3.3 Procedures. Chapter 4: Results and Discussions Section4.1 Table 1.1; Survey Results Section4.2 Table 1.2; Amount of flowers used. Section4.3 Table 1.3 Amount of Alcohol used. Section4.4 Table 1.4 Effiency of the Locker-Deodorizer. Section4.5 Table 1.5 Over All Results.. Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations Section5.1 Summary.. Section5.2 Conclusions. Section5.3 Recommendations 12 13 13 14 14 9 9 10 6 6 7 7 8 8 8 1 1 1 2 2 2 3

Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION Locker-Deodorizer

Often times, lockers are invaded by offensive perspiration, body, foot, smoke, food, Bacterial, fungal, mold, and mildew odors from items that are stored in them. Pungent locker odors will increase in concentration if left untreated and could become unbearable. Covering up nasty lockers with masking agents like perfumes pollute the air with chemicals and many times result in even more offensive smells.

Students do not always have leisure time in washing and cleaning their lockers, because of the limited time there is when in school. They are not magicians to stop time everyday. By then, they find their lockers smelly because of glue spills, or even sometimes, the spoiled food odor leaves behind when not cleaned. Since they are no billionaires to buy an expensive air freshener that can maintain lockers sweet smelling all the time, the organic lockerdeodorizer/spray is just the ticket.

With some organic materials such as fruits, and other pure substances, we can make our own freshener. The locker-deodorizer can only maintain lockers sweet smelling for only in a short period of time. But, it can hide the bad odor with its natural sweet fruity essence, plus, it kills bacteria with just one spray!

This group chose this study because they thought that many students have big problems with their locker when not cleaned. They do not always have much time for their lockers since their schedule in school is filled up with activities that make these students busy. With this lockerdeodorizer, students will be able to save time. 1

If the student has a smelly locker, then this product is just the ticket!

A. Background of the study This group chose this study to work on because they thought that many students have problems with their smelly lockers. Most of the students that have lockers think that owning is locker is very problematic especially when theres no time to clean it. Glue spills can really cause lockers to smell, and even spoiled food. Spoiled food leaves an awful odor when ignored. Sweaty clothes produce a bad odor, too. Having a smelly locker would mean shame to most students. First, what are the causes of having a smelly locker? It may be due to Glue spills, or the spoiled food in store. Failure to secure sweaty clothes and drink spills cause to smell too. Failure to clean the locker causes molds, fungi and bacteria to feed on lockers which will cause them to smell. B. Statement of the Problem/Objectives

The objective of this product is to reduce and control smelly lockers and makes the user worry-free. It does not only help the user, but also Mother Nature. If the student uses perfumes, it pollutes the air which makes it a harmful effect on Mother Nature. Or even sometimes, it makes the smell worse. If the students use this product, then here are many advantages that the user can benefit. The user can already recycle certain materials such as plastics that will decay in a very long period of time. The objectives of this product are; 1. To reduce offensive locker smells 2. Provide the user a clean and sweet smelling locker they would enjoy themselves. 3. It allows the student to save money because the materials needed are present at homes. This product is very efficient and can maintain lockers sweet for a period of time.

C. Hypothesis If students use the locker-deodorizer to stop and prevent smelly lockers, then the fruity essence from the locker-deodorizer will reduce bad odor and the locker will be odor-free!

D. Significance of the study

This study is beneficial for both students and other people who have problems with the odors that their different lockers have, it may be from the sweaty clothes they have or the spilled glue inside it. This group would like to help them eliminate the bad odor that they could smell in their lockers so that they would be able to have a happy disposition since they would not be worried about the odor inside their lockers. This group would like to help them solve this problem of theirs to prevent and stop bad odor of their lockers. This product is very simple to make, for it does not take too much money to buy the materials needed. The materials are already available in homes and it is very effective for locker owners.

E. Scope and Limitations

The locker-deodorizer is an effective product that can maintain lockers sweet smelling in a period of time. It can last for a week depending on use. The materials needed do not cost a lot, and the materials are available at homes like salt, alcohol and oil. This product is very easy to make and it does not even take a day to make it. 1 hour is enough in order to make this product. This product is efficient and reusable, plus, the user can save more especially the needed materials are found at homes and save time!

F. Definition of Terms Bacteria/Germs- Microscopic life form: a single-celled, often parasitic microorganism without distinct nuclei or organized cell structures. Various species are responsible for decay, fermentation, nitrogen fixation, and many plant and animal diseases. Source: Encarta Dictionary www.wikipedia.com In This study, the word Bacteria is an organism that feeds on unclean or dirty objects. If an object is unclean, it results to offensive odors which sometimes mean this object must have been fed on bacteria or bacteria are present in the material. 3

Deodorize- get rid of bad odors: to disguise or eliminate unpleasant odors in a place Source: Websters Dictionary In this study, to deodorize means to eliminate bad odors through the use of materials that hide odors.

Homemade1. Made at home: made at home using traditional methods, instead of by a manufacturer 2. Makeshift: roughly or crudely constructed to perform a specific function or purpose Source: www.wikipedia.com Websters Dictionary In this study, homemade means the materials itself are found at homes and are made by the user. Homemade refers to the product whose materials are found at home and easy to make.

Locker1. Lockable compartment: a small lockable cupboard or compartment where personal 4

belongings can be left, e.g. at a swimming pool, gym, school, or workplace 2. Freezer: a walk-in food freezer 3. Trunk: a trunk or low chest used for storage 4. Somebody or something that locks: somebody who or device that locks something Source: Encarta Dictionary www.google.com In this study, locker refers to a small cupboard where our books can be left, or clothes, or bags and etc. Usually, lockers are responsible for keeping stuff that are needed in school.

Pungent1. Strong smelling or strong tasting: having a strong smell or a powerfully sharp or bitter taste 2. Caustic: expressed in or showing a witty and biting manner Pungent observations about mass culture 3. Biology sharp and pointed: describes a plant or animal part that ends in a sharp point A plant with elongated pungent leaves Source: www.wikipedia.com www.google.com Encarta Dictionary In this study, the word pungent means smelly or has the quality of bad odor or simply, smells bad if we refer to Basic English.

Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature

Unleash the Deodorizing Power of Nature Odoreze Compost Odor Control Spray is formulated from a unique blend of natural and environmentally friendly ingredients to provide a powerful deodorizing action. It was specially developed to attack and destroy odoriferous gases like ammonia and hydrogen sulfide produced by anaerobic bacteria in compost operations. It also controls odors after processing and produces rich dark compost. To Unleash the Deodorizing Power of Nature, simply spray Odoreze on the compost piles and smell the difference!

Safe Environmentally Friendly Ingredients The Odoreze Compost Odor Control Spray is a biodegradable, non-toxic and nonflammable deodorizer. It is made entirely from safe naturally derived ingredients. Odoreze does NOT contain hazardous air pollutants, ozone depleting substances, phosphates, nitrates, nonyl phenols, carcinogens, fragrances, dyes, alcohols, caustic, ammonia, chlorine bleach, quats, silicates, chlorinated solvents, or petroleum distillates. It is a high performance odor control product without the environmental, health and safety issues associated with conventional deodorizers containing harmful synthetic chemicals. Furthermore, all ingredients are approved by the FDA (Food & Drug Administration) under 21 CFR-172.510 and FEMA 3121 and on the GRAS (Generally Regarded as Safe) list. Odoreze meets and the toughest regulations in existence today making it safer for all and provides an ideal green solution for eliminating composting odors without adding pollutants to the environment.

Sustainable Compost Odor Solution

Odoreze is made from all natural renewable resources and reduces the carbon footprint. By focusing on supplying a super concentrated product, packaging waste is significantly reduced which makes a positive impact on landfills. This also reduces the energy expanded to transport ready to use liquid deodorizers which can consist of as much as 95% water! And what is good for the planet is also good for you because a super concentrated product ends up saving you money without compromising quality!

It's No Cover-up The Smelleze Locker Deodorizer Pouch is a natural deodorizer that can be used to eliminate pungent perspiration, body, foot, smoke, bacteria, mold, mildew, and fungal odors instead of merely masking them with perfumes. Smelleze is negatively charged whereas odoriferous gases ride on positively charged particles. As a result, Smelleze draws in locker odors like a strong magnet. Thereafter, it traps, neutralizes, and encapsulates the odors without smelly cover-ups. The molecular structure of Smelleze is made up of a lattice structure arranged to form a honeycomb framework of billions of interconnecting channels. This gives Smelleze an enormous surface area that is larger than several football fields. The latter enables Smelleze to adsorb phenomenal amounts of stinky locker odors and work unattended for months.

Environmentally Friendly The Smelleze Locker Deodorizer Pouch is non-toxic, safe, non-hazardous, natural, nonscented, recyclable and non-caustic. It is an ideal environmentally friendly solution for eliminating locker room odors without adding pollutants to the air you breathe. Smelleze does not contain chemical additives and is especially beneficial for those suffering from chemical sensitivity. Applications Smelleze can be effectively used to eliminate unpleasant perspiration, body, foot, smoke, food, bacteria, mold, mildew, and fungal odors in any locker. Directions For a breath of fresh air, simply remove the plastic cover, suspend Smelleze pouches in the locker, and smell the difference. Use one or more pouches per locker. This product will function most efficiently in an enclosed area with good air circulation. To obtain the best results, remove the odor sources (e.g. dirty laundry) and clean the affected area prior to treating with Smelleze. For extra effectiveness, use this product in conjunction with Smelleze General Purpose Deodorizer Granules. Reference: http://www.imtek.biz/page/N/CTGY/_sp-locker www.google.com; www.wikipedia.com; www.yahoo.com

Chapter 3: Methodology

The Locker-deodorizer is a simple product to make and does not cost too much Money Because the materials and equipments needed to make are available at home. This product is very effective if the user will follow the correct and proper steps of making this locker-deodorizer. This product works similar to an air freshener. The difference between an air freshener and this product are the components that make up this product such as the organic substances that give the natural essence to the locker. The product also accepts designs that are compatible to the final product. This product is always available for personalization. Materials/ Equipments needed: 8-9 Fresh Sampaguita flowers (Ilang-Ilang is also accepted) 10-11 ml Alcohol 1 teaspoon rock salt 50 ml water Orange/Red food coloring 10 ml cooking oil Small mayonnaise bottle 8 x 8 inches cloth *Blender * Spoon * 2-3 plastic containers * Fine strainer *Silver dust (to add ingenuity to the product) * Construction paper (if necessary) * Ribbons (20 inches) 9

Procedures: Be prepared of all the complete materials and equipments needed in the experiment. Complete materials are important so that we can obtain the correct and finished product later on. This group prepared the fresh Sampaguita flowers first. Make sure that there are 8-9 pieces depending on the quantity of the locker-deodorizer. Keep in mind that the flowers must be fresh in order to blend them with water using the blender later. After that, they got the blender and placed the flowers inside with 20 ml water. Blend well until the petals are almost dissolved in the water. In this step, assure that the petals are still visible, making it possible to separate the solid particles with the liquid containing the juice of the flowers. Third, this group used the strainer to separate the liquid away from unwanted elements. Make sure that after straining the liquid it still measures 15 ml and above. Fourth, they added 4-7ml of alcohol to the mixture to kill bacteria in order to give the mixture a better odor. At the same time, they added teaspoon rock salt. Consider that salt is a compound of sodium and chloride which makes it an anti-bacterial compound. Salt also preserves as much as it is used as preservatives in food to make it last for a longer period of time. Afterwards, they stirred it, dissolving the salt in the mixture. In order to make the product presentable, they used the food coloring to add color to the mixture. Take only very few drops, remember that the food coloring is concentrated. Choose red or orange as the color. After that, they placed the colored mixture unto the small mayonnaise bottle. To add ingenuity and design to the product, they sprinkled silver dust. Then they took out the oil and poured it in the small mayonnaise bottle containing the mixture. Just like a lava lamp, the semi-finished deodorizer is composed of oil floating on top of the product. The next step

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would be complex. We arrange the cloth on top of the bottle so that it would appear presentable as possible. Firstly, they placed the cloth on the opening of the bottle and tied it with a ribbon on the rim.

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Chapter 4: Results and Discussions After conducting several experiments, reviews, and findings of the resulted product, the researchers have arrived at some results that contain information to be further clarified. Surveys have been conducted in order to test the ability and efficiency of the said product. The researchers made two different locker-deodorizers containing various results different from each other. With each one having different properties such as amount of flowers used or amount of alcohol used.

Table 1.1 Locker Deodorizer Experiment Results from the survey

5 4 3 2 1 0 # of students who prefer Product 1 Product 2

*This table shows the survey conducted during the experiment. The researchers chose different students from different sections to test the efficiency of the product and choose the more effective product. Recent survey shows that Locker-Deodorizer #1 is more effective compared to Locker-Deodorizer # 2 which has less number of votes. Meaning, Product #1 is more efficient and effective to use based on the survey.

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Table 1.2 The amount of flowers used in the first experiment and the second experiment. Product Locker Deodorizer # 1 Locker Deodorizer # 2 # of flowers used 10 6 Result Has a concentrated fragrance Has a diluted fragrance

* This table shows the amount of flowers used in order to make the Deodorizer smell better. The table shows that the more flowers added to the mixture would make the fragrance better. As one can see in the table the locker-deodorizer #1 has 10 flowers used compared to locker-deodorizer # 2 which has 6 flowers used. Locker deodorizer number one has a concentrated fragrance which makes it more effective than the second one. Therefore, the amount of flowers used affects the efficiency of the product.

Table 1.3 Amount of Alcohol used Product Locker Deodorizer # 1 Locker Deodorizer # 2 Amount of Alcohol used (mL) 4 ML 2ML Result Less alcoholic of alcoholic fragrance. More alcoholic of alcoholic

fragrance. *This table depicts that Locker-Deodorizer # 2 used more alcohol compared to Locker-Deodorizer #2. The result of the alcoholic properties applied to the first product is the absence of bacteria to prevent the decay of the flowers however it affected the composition of the product because it smelled more of alcohol than an organic Locker-Deodorizer. The result of the alcohol to the second product is the destruction of the chemical composition of the product. Table 1.4 Efficiency of the Product 13

Product Locker Deodorizer # 1 Locker Deodorizer # 2

Day 1 effective effective

Day 2 Effective effective

Day 3 Effective ---

Day 4 effective ---

5 or more days effective ---

* This table shows the effiency of the Locker-Deodorizer in Days. The researchers assigned two persons to test the product if it is really effective. The results of the second product showed that it can only maintain lockers sweet smelling for only 2 days. It means that it is not merely effective. The researchers were happy to announce that product number one can maintain lockers sweet smelling for five or more days basically from the test that the researchers conducted. Therefore, product number one is more effective than the second product.

Table1.5 Over All Results

5 4 3 Effective 2 1 0 Product 1 Product 2 Ineffective

* This graph shows the overall results of the product. LockerDeodorizer # _ has more votes which mean that this product is more effective and is recommended for use. Locker-Deodorizer # 1 has 10 flowers used and 2ML of alcohol used. Its nearly effective for the number of days it is effective is 5 or more days. Meanwhile, 14

Locker-Deodorizer # 2 has 6 flowers used and 5 Ml of alcohol used. It is only effective in a short period of days which is 2. This means that Locker-Deodorizer# 1 is more effective to use for its lasts for 5 or more days. This product is effective because the researchers tried it in a test for one week and the results, were successful. This group is happy and satisfied that we achieved our objectives as mentioned in the statement of our objectives. We the researchers recommend you to use this product because it is efficient and it will make the users worry-free when opening their lockers and keep them in a happy disposition.

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