Magic Ash

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Many studies have been conducted regarding the chemical composition of wood ash which can be used as soaps are potassium hydroxide can be made directly from wood ash and in this form, is known as caustic potash or lye. Because of this property, wood ash has also traditionally been used to make wood-ash soap. With the rising cost of cleansing paste, Kaytitinga Elementary school research team started a study on the use of ash as an agent in the cleansing paste as used in the ancient times which is indigenous to the community and has no cost at all. Kakawate tree which is known for its strength. Madre de Cacao contains the following minerals: calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, copper and iron. it contains a high fiber content, including acid detergent fiber, or ADF, at 35 percent, and neutral detergent fiber, or NDF, at 50 percent, which is important in its use as food for livestock and firewood.

METHODS

The project applied statistic group comparison experimental design. According to Sevilla, et. al, 1992; this set-up deals two groups exposed to treatments that were recorded and analyzed. The product was compared to the commercial product cleansing paste. There were 20 respondents; 6 pupils, 7 parents, and 7 teachers. They used the Magic Ash and leading commercial paste, then interviewed and based on 5 Point Likert scale they expressed their experienced.

RESULTS

There is a significant relationship between Magic Ash Cleanser and commercial cleansing paste in cleaning stubborn dirt and dark spots on aluminum wares, tiles and porcelain wares as perceived by pupils, teachers, and community. Using Axin Paste Cleanser 8 out of 20 respondents (40%) were highly satisfied, 5 respondents out of 20 (25%) rated were moderately satisfied, 3 out of 20 respondents (15%) were satisfied; 1respondent out of 20 (5%) is not satisfied.

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the conclusions of the research, the use of Magic Ash in every household is highly recommended because of its effectiveness, accessibility and at no cost at all.