Feasibility of Charcoal as an Alternative Marker Ink

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Charcoal is a hard black material that is made of burning wood with the small amount of air. The researchers investigated the viability of charcoal as an alternative marker ink in terms of absorption, color, and odor.

METHODS

Descriptive research design was used in the study. The population of this study were forty (40) Grade 11 students in Accountancy and Business Management, General Academic Strand, and Technical Vocational Livelihood track. An adapted and modified survey questionnaire was used in gathering data and results.

RESULTS

Based on the results of the study, charcoal was viable as an alternative source of producing marker ink. The charcoal ink was rated Very Good in terms of absorption and color. However, findings revealed that charcoal obtained a descriptive rating of good for the odor as well as writing material to some varieties of paper such as pad paper, manila paper, and bond paper.

DISCUSSIONS

The research findings revealed that charcoal can be used as an alternative marker ink with its good absorption, color, and odor as tested in some writing materials. However, it is recommended that another study be conducted to further enhance its odor, color and consistency.