Datil Pepper Fruit Extract Against Termites 1

DATIL PEPPER FRUIT EXTRACT AGAINST TERMITES 1
TESTING THE INSECTICIDAL POTENTIAL OF DATIL PEPPER (CAPSICUM
CHINENSE) FRUIT EXTRACT AGAINST TERMITES (COPTOTERMES
GESTROI)
A Research Presented to the Fidelis Senior High School Department
First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities
2 Pres. Laurel Highway, Tanauan City, Batangas
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Senior High School Program,
Academic Track – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Strand
Carmela Q. Amparo
Christine Jean O. Calosa
Earl Justin R. Cosmod
John Angelo S. Delas Alas
Jejoia Peter S. Tanchanco
March 2020
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First of all, the researchers would like to beholden the Almighty God for giving
them the strength to do this paper. In addition, they would like to give their warmest
gratitude to their Capstone teacher, Mrs. Diane M. Valencina and Practical Research 2
and Inquiries Teacher, Mr. Niel Vincent B. Catapang; for their guidance and help to the
researchers success in completing their research.
The researchers would also like to give thanks to FAITH Fidelis Senior High for
giving them the permission to conduct the study about the insecticidal potential of chilli
pepper against termites.
To the family and love ones of the researchers that supports them in making their
research.
The Researchers
DEDICATION
We dedicate this research work to our school, First Asia Institute of Technology
and Humanities (FAITH).
Also, to our family whose words of encouragement really helped us a lot in the
success of this research.
To our brothers and sisters who boosted our confidence on finishing this research.
We also dedicate this to our teachers, mentors, friends and classmates who never
left our side throughout the process.
The Researchers
ABSTRACT
TITLE TESTING THE INSECTICIDAL POTENTIAL OF
DATIL PEPPER (Capsicum chinense) FRUIT
EXTRACT AGAINST TERMITE (Coptotermes
gestroi)
RESEARCHERS Carmela Q. Amparo
Christine Jean O. Calosa
Earl Justin R. Cosmod
John Angelo S. Delas Alas
Jejoia Peter S. Tanchanco
TOTAL NO. OF PAGES 40
STRAND STEM
ADVISER NIEL VINCENT B. CATAPANG
NAME AND ADDRESS First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities
OF INSTITUTION 2 Pres. Laurel Highway, Tanauan City, Batangas
YEAR COMPLETED 2020

SUMMARY
Datil pepper has many nutritional benefits and is widely used as spice among
Asian countries. It has also the capability to kill insects found in common households.
Keeping in view these facts about Datil pepper and its usability, this study aims to test the
efficacy of Datil pepper fruit extract against wood termites. Grinding and squeezing
method was used to get the juices from the fruit. Fifteen termites were collected from dry
wood. They were then placed into three open containers, sprayed by the extract and
observed within 10 minutes. In container A that has 100 percent concentration of the
Datil pepper extract, termites were killed abruptly in 3 minutes and after 5 minutes,
termites were found dead in container B (75 % of Datil pepper fruit extract and 25%
distilled water). In the span of 6 minutes, termites within container C (50 % of Datil
pepper fruit extract and 50% distilled water) were exterminated.
This part covers the content of chapters 1-3, so please highlight some parts of the
introduction, the main objectives of the study, research locale, the materials and
experimentation process as well as the researcg design

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
TITLE PAGE …………………………………………………………………... i
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ……………………………………………………… ii
DEDICATION …………………………………………………………………. iii
ABSTRACT ……………………………………………………………….......... iv
SUMMARY……………………………………………………………………… v
TABLE OF CONTENTS ……………………………………………………….. vi
CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction ………………………………………………………… 1
Assumptions………………………………………….......................... 3
Significance of the Study …………………………………………..... 3
Scope and Limitation ……………………………………………….. 4
Definition of Terms ………………………………………………….. 6
CHAPTER 2
REVIEW OF LITERATURE
Conceptual Literature …………………………………………......... 7
Research Literature………………………………………………….
12
Synthesis…………………………………………………………
13
CHAPTER 3
METHODOLOGY
Research Design ………………………………………………………………... 14
Subject of the Study ………………………………………………...................... 15

Data Gathering Instrument ……………………………………............................ 15
Data Gathering Procedure ………………………………………….. 16
Observational Checklist…………………….……………………….. 20
REFERENCES………………………….………………………… 21
APPENDICES
Letter to the Validators………………………………………………. ix
Letter to the Registrar……………………………………………....... xi
Letter to the Principal…………………………….……………….. xiii
CURRICULUM VITAE ………………………………………… xv

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Title Page

1 Research Conceptual Paradigm 14
2 Research Flow Chart 27
CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
This chapter discusses the introduction that includes the rationale, conceptual
framework, assumptions, and significance of the study, scope and limitations, and
definition of terms.
Introduction
Pesticides have been utilized worldwide to prevent and manage unwanted pests.
They are important for disease control and providing food and fiber for a growing world
population. With the introduction of pesticides, farmers have been able to ensure
bountiful harvests and reduce labour. Pesticides are therefore an indispensable tool for
the sustainable production of high quality food and fibers. Synthetic pesticides leave
harmful residues in crops for human consumption increased the interest in using organic
products for pest control. These toxic residues are significant and cannot be dismissed
considering the amount of human consumption of these vegetables on a daily basis.
Several researches in the Philippines were made to address insects. Some of these studies
used organic substances as their main ingredients.
In this study, the researchers will utilize a Datil pepper or Capsicum chinense, a
species of habanero-type chili peppers. In comparison to the jalapeno peppers, the Datil
pepper is said to be 12 to 120 times hotter (Southern Kitchen, 2019). It possesses the
chemical capsaicin which might prove to be useful against termites. The active
component of Datil pepper is a natural chemical that is often found on animal repellents
and sometimes on products to repel insects and mites.
Filipinos are aware that Termites are one of the common problems in some
households as they cause the destruction of any furniture and shelter made of wood. They
are often referred to as the “white ant” because of their size and colour. Coptotermes
gestroi, the Asian subterranean termite is a small species of termite that lives
underground. This termite is also known as the Philippine milk termite (Coptotermes
gestroi). There are two major methods of termite control. You can use liquid termite
insecticides (termiticides) for barrier and soil treatment or use termite baits. Both of these
methods work on exterminating the termites, but the termiticides have been known to
take effect faster.
This study aims to find out the effectiveness of Datil (Capsicum chinense) pepper
extract as an insecticide that can kill termites (Coptotermes gestroi). Using similar studies
that utilized chilli peppers, this study also aim to compare its results to other chilli pepper
insecticides. In addition, several studies have indicated the potential ecological damage
due to the widespread use of inorganic pesticides. Hence, this study may prove to be an
essential part for a further study about the development of an organically produced
insecticide that can lessen the need of chemically-produced insecticide.

Specific Objectives of the Study
This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Datil pepper extract against
termites.
1. To prove that the Datil pepper is a potent insecticide.
2. To test the effectiveness of the Datil pepper (Capsicum chinense) fruit extract
against termites (Coptotermes gestroi).
3. To determine the difference between the effects of Datil pepper (Capsicum
chinense) fruit extract and commercial insecticide.
4. To determine the difference between the effects of Datil pepper (Capsicum
chinense) fruit extract and the chilli pepper (Capsicum frutescens) fruit extract.
Assumptions
These are the following assumptions of the research:
1. The study assumes that Datil pepper insecticide can annihilate termites.
2. A Datil pepper insecticide is more effective than other type of chilli pepper
insecticide.
3. Insecticides that are made of Datil pepper are more effective than commercial
insecticides.
Significance of the Study

This study aims to understand the effectiveness of Datil pepper as an insecticide.
The researchers are confident that this product research can contribute to the existing
body of research and improve the quality of life. It is important to the following:
Consumers. The information indicated will be significant to the consumers because this
product can prevent diseases and complications on their caused by the harmful effects of
inorganic insecticides.
Farmers. The study can help develop an insecticide that is low-cost and environment
friendly, increasing their profits. Insecticides increase farm profits by helping the farmer
save money on labour costs.
Future Researchers. The study can be used as basis to future studies about insecticides
and will also help future researchers to study the effect of Datil pepper to other insects.
Scope and Limitations
The study focuses on the effectiveness of the Datil pepper extract as an insecticide
against termites. On the other hand, the study will not cover the other factors that lead to
the results of the experiment. The data will be collected through observation by the
researchers. The experimentation process will be conducted in FAITH Colleges
laboratory. Moreover, techniques involve the correct method in order for the equipment
to work according to their use like grinding, transferring and measuring. Equipment can
be made from recyclable materials which can be found on homes or to the laboratory
equipment.
Conceptual Framework
PROCESS OUTPUT
 Datil pepper  Grinding and  Effectiveness

fruit extract Squeezing of Datil
 Termites method will pepper Fruit
(Coptotermes be used to get extract as an
INPUT
Gestroi) that the fruit insecticide
will be used in extract
the  The test
experiment. subjects were
sprayed by the
extract and
observed
within 10
minutes.
Figure 1. Research Conceptual Paradigm
The Research Conceptual Paradigm shows the process of experimentation to
arrive with an effective output or product. First, the researchers will obtain the Datil
pepper fruit and the termites to be used in the experiment. Second, the grinding and
squeezing method will be used to get the extract from the Datil pepper. The termites were
then placed in three separate containers to be sprayed by three different concentrations of
the extract and observed within 10 minutes to take effect. Lastly, the results were then
evaluated to prove the effectiveness of the Datil pepper fruit extract insecticide using an
observation sheet.
Definition of Terms
Datil pepper (Capsicum chinense) – is an organic spicy flavored fruit is used to
experiment as a pesticides to help preventing the maximum amount of pest that destroys
the rapid growth of crops.
Insecticides- are substances used to kill a specific type of insect. It includes ovicides and
larvicides that have the capacity to dispatch insect eggs and larvae, respectively.
Insecticides are commonly used in agriculture, medicine, industry and by consumers.
Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT)- is a synthetic organic compound used as an
insecticide. Like other chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbons, DDT tends to persist in the
environment and become concentrated in animals at the head of the food chain. Its use is
now banned in many countries.
Philippine Milk Termite (Coptotermes gestroi) - is Asian subterranean termite is a small
species of termite that lives underground. Both this species and the Formosan
subterranean termite, are destructive pests native to Asia, but have spread to other parts of
the world including the United States.

Pesticides- are substances that are meant to control pests, including weeds. The term
pesticide includes all of the following: herbicide, insecticides nematicide, molluscicide,
piscicide, avicide, rodenticide, bactericide, insect repellent, animal repellent,
antimicrobial, and fungicide.
CHAPTER 2
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
This chapter presents the related literature and studies that helped the researcher
to supports the concepts of the study. It also aims that established literature and studies
have existing ideas, which assist to answer the problems that the researcher wanted to
solve.
Conceptual Literature
Datil Pepper (Capsicum Chinense)
The usage of organic, plant-based insecticides is a common practice among
farmers that utilizes the plant’s natural defences against insects. It may not be only
inexpensive, but also safer and more environmental-friendly. Some plants have their own
natural insecticide within them to fend off insects, many plant species produce substances
that protect them by killing or repelling the insects that feed on them. For example, the
Douglas fir has a special sap that fends off beetles if it is attacked. Neem trees secrete oil
that changes the hormones of bugs so that they cannot fly, breed or eat (Petruzuello,
2018).The Datil pepper (Capsicum chinense) contains the active chemical capsaicin, the
chemical responsible for making it spicy, works well against insects. Most insects will
avoid capsaicin because it has such a strong odor and taste. It also irritates their skin,
According to Kaila (2011), Capsaicin at 10 parts per million causes a persistent burning
sensation. Capsaicin works by opening the gaps in the cell membranes that enable
calcium ions to flood into the cell, making it trigger a pain signal that is transmitted to the
next cell repeatedly.
Moreover, we can measure the hotness of a chilli using Scoville Scale. The
Scoville Scale can be used to not only measure chili peppers, but anything that is made
from chili peppers, such as hot sauce. What is really being measured is the concentration
of “capsaicin“, the active ingredient that produces that sensation of heat on our tongues.
The term “capsaicin” comes from the pepper plants’ classification, of the genus
Capsicum. Capsaicin occurs naturally in peppers along with other capsaiciniods, all of
which make up the unique tastes and heat reactions of each pepper, depending on their
ratios.
Below is a list of Scoville Heat Units (SHU) of the most common chili peppers:
 Bell Pepper – 0 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)

 Banana Peppers – 0 – 500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Shishito Peppers – 50 – 200 SHU
 Pepperoncini Peppers – 100 – 500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Cholula Hot Sauce – 500 – 1,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Anaheim Peppers – 500 – 2,500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Texas Pete Hot Sauce – 747 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Valentina Hot Sauce (Red Label) – 900 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Ancho Peppers – 1,000 – 2,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Poblano Peppers – 1,000 – 2,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Hungarian Wax Peppers – 1,000 – 15,000 SHU
 Valentina Hot Sauce – 2,200 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Crystal Hot Sauce – 2,000 – 4,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)

 Espelette Peppers – up to 4,000 SHU
 Tabasco Hot Sauce – 2,000 – 5,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Huy Fong Sriracha Hot Sauce – 2,200 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Guajillo Peppers – 2,500 – 5,000 SHU
 Tapatio Hot Sauce – 3,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Jalapeno Peppers – 2,500 – 8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Tabasco Habanero Hot Sauce – 7,000+ Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Serrano Peppers – 10,000 – 23,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Chile de Arbol Peppers – 15,000 – 65,000 SHU
 Cayenne Peppers – 30,000 – 50,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Chiltepin Peppers – 50,000 – 100,000 SHU
 Thai Pepper – 50,000 – 100,000 SHU
 Datil Peppers – 100,000 – 300,000 SHU
 Habanero Peppers – 100,000 – 350,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Scotch Bonnet Peppers – 100,000 – 350,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Ghost Peppers – 1,000,000 + Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 Trinidad Scorpion Butch T Pepper – 800,000 – 1,463,700 SHU
 Brain Strain Peppers – 1 Million – 1.25 Million SHU
 Komodo Dragon Peppers – 1.4 Million – 2.2 Million SHU
 Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Pepper – 2,009,231 SHU
 Carolina Reaper Chili Pepper – 2.2 Million + Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
Datils are quite hot by any chili pepper standard. They measure from 100,000 to
300,000 Scoville Heat Units on the Scoville Scale, placing them in the territory of both
habanero peppers and Scotch Bonnets. Compare that to the more common jalapeno
pepper, which averages around 5,000 Scoville Heat Units, and you’ll find the datil pepper
can be up to 60 times hotter. (Hultquist, 2019).
Termites (Coptotermes gestroi)
Termites in some households are common problem as they cause destruction of
furniture, building, or anything made of wood. They are small white insects which live in
hot countries. Termites do a lot of damage by eating wood. According to Ring & Wilson
(2016), termites cause more damage to homes than all other natural disasters combined.
They are often referred to as the “white ant” because of their size and colour. Nicknames
such as “the little white thing” or “little white ant” come up in discussing this insect. This
termite is also known as the Philippine milk termite (Coptotermes gestroi). Modern
houses make extensive use of concrete slabs, and for most effective termite proofing
much of the chemical barrier needs to be put under these slabs (Aguhob et al., 2012).
Insecticides
Insecticides are chemicals used to control insects by killing them or preventing
them from engaging in undesirable or destructive behaviours. According to Colon et al.
(2016), insecticides kill by affecting the physiology of the insect. It abrades the skin of
the insect, causing them to lose water. They are classified based on their structure and
mode of action. Many insecticides act upon the insect's nervous system (e.g.,
cholinesterase inhibition), while others act as growth regulators or endotoxins (University
of Environmental Protection Agency, 2019).
Synthetic insecticides leave harmful residues in crops for human consumption. In
support with this, a study conducted by Benson and Olufunke (2011) found low levels of
toxic residues from organochlorine pesticides on tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) and
chilli pepper (Capsicum annuum) in a market survey conducted in Nigeria.
Another major problem associated with pesticide use is bioaccumulation and
biological magnification. Bioaccumulation occurs when a substance builds up in a body
because the does not have the proper mechanisms to remove it. Many synthetic pesticides
are not able to be broken down. Once they enter the body of organism, they are
permanently stored in the body tissue. In relation to this, a study conducted by Yu et al.
(2014) examined Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins to analyse whether there is a presence
of toxic residues within them. The results of this study showed that DDTs were the most
abundant residue in the dolphins, followed by polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) and other
organochlorine pesticides.
Research Literature
The Datil pepper fruit extract has the ability to kill termites because insects tend
to avoid plants with strong odor or taste, killing or repelling them away. Moreover, some
studies suggest that capsaicin based insecticides have the same effects to other insects
like mites and ants. According to the National Pesticide Information Center (2009), the
capsaicin present in the Datil pepper causes the membrane of the insect’s cells to suffer
damage as well as disrupting its nervous system.
In support with this study, a research made by Cuadrado et al. (2019) entitled
Insecticidal Properties of Capsaicinoids and Glucosinolates Extracted from Capsicum
chinense and Tropaeolum tuberosum used a mixture of capsaicinoids and glucosinolates
to test its insecticidal effects on aphids (Aphis cytisorum). Under laboratory conditions,
they found out that both capsaicinoids and glucosinolates have biocidal effect on aphids
in just a shot amount of time. Thus, it is proved that the capsaicin present on the Datil
pepper has the ability to exterminate insects.
In addition to this, a study entitled The Feasibility of Malunggay leaves (Moringa
Oleifera) and Chili fruit (Capsicum Frutescens) as Pesticide was conducted to observe
whether the mixture of malunggay and chilli extract would work against cockroaches.
The researcher used commercial pesticide to compare its effectiveness to the mixture of
malunggay and chilli extract. The extract was effective against the cockroaches but the
commercial pesticide was more effective. It is therefore concluded that the extract of
malunggay and chilli pepper is feasible in making a pesticide (The Feasibility of
Malunggay Leaves, 2009)
A similar study by Colon et al. (2016), found out the effectiveness of Siling
Labuyo (Capsicum frutescens) fruit extract against Philippine Milk termites (Coptotermes
Gestroi). The results showed no effects on termites in container A (control group),
however, in container B that has 100 percent concentration of the extract, termites were
killed in the span of 5 minutes and after two hours, termites were dead in container C (50
% of chili pepper fruit extract and 50% distilled water). Therefore, the fruit extract of
chilli pepper has positive effects as an insecticide to household termites.
Synthesis
The information gathered from the related literature convinced the researchers to
believe that their proposed study is plausible. It began by providing the background of the
variables present in the study namely the Datil pepper (Capsicum chinense), the
Philippine Milk Termite (Coptotermes gestroi) and the definition of insecticides and its
types. Succeeding that, it stated studies that directly support the study. The researchers
aim to help produce a capsaicin-based product that can substitute or replace commercial
products that are harmful for the environment. Based on the studies cited and discussed,
the chilli pepper fruit extract has the ability to kill different types of insects, including the
specific species of termites that we need for this study. It has been proven across previous
evaluations against insects, whether it is used in a mixture or used pure. Therefore, the
researchers are confident that the data gathered throughout this study are sufficient in
supporting their study. They collected a fair amount of studies and experiments made by
researchers and scholars pertaining to the Chili pepper (Capsicum chinense) and its
effectiveness as an insecticide to termites (Coptotermes gestroi).

CHAPTER III
METHODOLOGY
This chapter presents and discusses the design and methods employed in
conducting this research study. It has five parts: research design, subject of the study,
data gathering instrument, data gathering procedure and the observation. Each topic was
summarized and discussed as one.
Research Design
The study is a quantitative study utilized with experimental design. Experimental
research is any science-based study in which a number of variables are kept constant
while the other set of variables are calculated as the focus of the experiment. Researchers
need to conduct experiments in such conditions to discover the truth. Experimental
research can collect a lot of data that can help in making better choices (QuestionPro,
2020). This method of design allows the researchers to establish casual interpretations of
the significant relationship between independent and dependent variables. The
differences in other factors are calculated by the use and regulation of one or more
variables.
This study included the termites (Coptotermes gestroi) as the dependent factor
and the percentage of solution or the Datil Pepper (Capsicum chinense) extract as
independent variable.
The researchers believe that this is the most appropriate design to be used in the
study because it portrays the most appropriate technique to demonstrate the solution to
the problem and the characteristics of the experiment group.
Subject of the Study
This experimental study was conducted at FAITH. The researchers used termites
(Coptotermes gestroi) and Datil Pepper (Capsicum Chinense) as the subjects of the study.
Fifteen termites were gathered from dry wood to serve as test subjects. The test subjects
were checked whether they belong to the species the researchers required through
verification by the University of the Philipines Los Banos Natuural History Museum.
Data Gathering Instrument
The information was gathered through observing the termites’ response to the
Datil Pepper (Capsicum Chinense) fruit extract as an insecticide. The researchers used an
observation sheet to collect the adequate information needed. An observation sheet is a
type of organized instrument form used to record data obtained by closely observing
different samples. It also included the actual time and the duration of the trial and
conclusions. All the data were gathered and tabulated to ensure the accuracy of the
results.
Data Gathering Procedure
The following methods were observed and employed to evaluate the experimental
trials:
A. PREPARATION OF MATERIALS
The materials used in the study were Datil pepper extract and distilled water. In
addition the researchers also used termites to test the efficiency of Datil pepper extract.
These insects are gathered from Tanauan City, Batangas were the experimentation was
conducted. The researchers chose this locale because of its suitability for the requisite
operation, usability and resource availability.
B. PREPARATION OF EQUIPMENTS
To successfully test the solutions (100%, a number of equipment were used in the
experiment. Most of the equipment was bought from different stores in Tanauan City,
Batangas.
The researchers prepared a blender to grind the Datil pepper; a strainer to
completely get the extract from Datil pepper; measuring cup and dropper for
measurements; and spacious containers where the insects and Datil pepper extract were
placed.
C. STERILIZATION OF EQUIPMENTS AND INGREDIENTS
The stirring materials, strainer, and measuring cup were placed in a container with
hot water for ten minutes. An autoclave was used to sterilize the equipment and to
prevent other factors from affecting the results of the experiment.

D. EXTRACTION OF DATIL PEPPER
To extract from Datil pepper, the Datil peppers were washed thoroughly and
grinded using a blender. The grinded pepper was then squeezed through a strainer to
get the extract of the chilli pepper.
The first solution was composed of 5ml of pure Datil pepper extract. The
second solution was composed of 5ml of Datil pepper extract mixed with 2.50 ml of
distilled water. The third solution was made up to 5ml Datil extract and 5 ml of
distilled water.
Figure 2. Research Flow Chart
E. TESTING THE OUTPUT
When the extraction was done, the researchers prepared the insects for the
experiment. The different solutions under this factor were evaluated: termites
(Coptotermes gestroi) reaction. The researchers examined how efficient the Datil pepper
(Capsicum chinense) extracts as an insecticide.

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APPENDIX A
Letter for the Validators
February 28, 2020
Engr. Sherryl Gevaña

Registrar
#2 Pres. Laurel Highway, Tanauan City, Batangas
Dear Ma’am:
Greetings of peace!
We, the students from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics strand, are
conducting research paper entitled, “Testing the Insecticidal Potential of Datil Pepper
(Capsicum chinense) Fruit Extract against Termites (Coptotermes Gestroi)”. In
partial fulfillment of the requirements in Practical Research II, we would like to request
for an official count of Grade 12 Fidelis Senior High student per section this school year
2019-2020.
We are looking forward to your response. Rest assured that the gathered information will
be kept highly confidential. Thank you very much and God bless.
Respectfully yours,
CARMELA Q. AMPARO
CHRISTINE JEAN O. CALOS
EARL JUSTIN R. COSMOD
JOHN ANGELO S. DELAS ALAS
JEJOIA PETER S. TANCHANCO
Contact Number: 09076064421
Noted: Approved by:
Niel Vincent B. Catapang Engr. Sherryl Gevaña

Practical Research II Teacher Registrar

APPENDIX B
Letter for the Registrar
February 28, 2020
Engr. Sherryl Gevaña

Registrar
Dear Ma’am:
Greetings of peace!
We, the students from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics strand, are
conducting research paper entitled, “Testing the Insecticidal Potential of Datil Pepper
(Capsicum chinense) Fruit Extract against Termites (Coptotermes Gestroi)”. In
partial fulfillment of the requirements in Practical Research II, we would like to request
for an official count of Grade 12 Fidelis Senior High student per section this school year
2019-2020.
We are looking forward to your response. Rest assured that the gathered information will
be kept highly confidential. Thank you very much and God bless.
Respectfully yours,
CARMELA Q. AMPARO
Noted: Approved by:
Niel Vincent B. Catapang Engr. Sherryl Gevaña

Practical Research II Teacher Registrar
APPENDIX C
Letter for the Principal
February 28, 2020

Mr. Arnold I. Catapang
BES Principal
Dear Mr. Catapang,
Greetings of peace!
In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the subjects Practical Research II and
Inquiries, we, the students from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
strand, are currently working on a quantitative research entitled, “Testing the
Insecticidal Potential of Datil Pepper (Capsicum chinense) Fruit Extract against
Termites (Coptotermes Gestroi)”. In lieu of this, we would like to ask for your
permission to allow us to conduct a survey on Grade 12 Fidelis students. Once approved,
an informed consent will be given to the respondents before the actual data gathering.
We are looking forward to your response regarding this matter and we rest assured that
the information gathered for this study will be handled with utmost confidentiality. Thank
you very much and God bless.
Respectfully yours,
CARMELA Q. AMPARO
Noted: Recommending Approval:

Niel Vincent B. Catapang Mr. Arnaldo D. Mendoza
Practical Research II Teacher Fidelis Assistant Principal
Curriculum Vitae
Cosmod, Earl Justin R.
San Pedro 1, Malvar, Batangas
09076064421
imejroxascosmod@gmail.com
Personal Information
Gender: Male
Age: 19
Weight: 46 kgs.
Height: 5’4”
Place of birth: Lipa City, Batangas
Date of Birth: January 28, 2001
Civil Status: Single
Religion: Roman Catholic
Languages: Filipino, English
Academic Background
Senior High School
 First Asia Institute Of Technology and Humanities
 Science , Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
 Tanauan City, Batangas
 2018-2020
Junior High School
 Bugtongnapulo Integrated High School
 Bugtongnapulo, Lipa City
 2014-2018
Primary
 San Pedro 2 Elementary School
 San Pedro 2, Malvar, Batangas
 2007-2013
Curriculum Vitae
Calosa, Christine Jean
Malvar, Batangas
09075631403
S2018102836@firstasia.edu.ph
Gender: Female
Age: 17
Weight: 75 kgs.
Height: 5’4”
Place of birth: Malvar, Batangas
Date of Birth: June 8, 2002

Academic Background
Senior High School
 2018-2020
Junior High School
 Malvar National High School
 Malvar, Batangas
 2014-2018
Primary
 Batangas State University
 Malvar, Batangas
 2008-2014
Curriculum Vitae
Delas Alas, John Angelo S.
San Vicente, Sto. Tomas, Batangas
09662295254
angeloalas05@gmail.com
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Weight: 78 kgs.
Height: 5’7”
Place of birth: Batangas City
Date of Birth: November 22, 2001

Academic Background
Senior High School
 2018-2020
Junior High School
 Daughter of Mary Immaculate School
 2014-2018
Primary
 Daughter of Mary Immaculate School
 2008-2014
Curriculum Vitae
Tanchanco, Jejoia Peter S.
Darasa, Tanauan City, Batangas
09100952550
platbelike@gmail.com
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Weight: 55 kgs.
Height: 5’4”
Place of birth: Tanauan City, Batangas
Date of Birth: September 17, 2001
Religion: LDS
Academic Background
Senior High School
 2018-2020
Junior High School
 Bernardo Lirio Memorial National High School
 Darasa, Tanauan City, Batangas
 2014-2018
Primary
 Tanauan South Central School
 2008-2014
Curriculum Vitae
Amparo, Carmela Q.
Sta. Maria, Sto. Tomas, Batangas
09554161764
camilleamparo16@gmail.com
Gender: Female
Age: 19
Weight: 50 kgs.
Height: 5’3”
Place of birth: Tayabas City, Quezon
Date of Birth: January 3, 2001

Academic Background
Senior High School
 2018-2020
Junior High School
 San Pedro National High School
 San Pedro, Sto. Tomas, Batangas
 2014-2018
Primary
 Sta. Maria Elementary School
 Sta. Maria,Sto. Tomas, Batangas
 2008-2014

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DATIL PEPPER FRUIT EXTRACT AGAINST TERMITES 1

TESTING THE INSECTICIDAL POTENTIAL OF DATIL PEPPER (CAPSICUM

CHINENSE) FRUIT EXTRACT AGAINST TERMITES (COPTOTERMES

A Research Presented to the Fidelis Senior High School Department

First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities

2 Pres. Laurel Highway, Tanauan City, Batangas

Academic Track – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Strand

Christine Jean O. Calosa

Earl Justin R. Cosmod

John Angelo S. Delas Alas

Jejoia Peter S. Tanchanco

researchers success in completing their research.

pepper against termites.

and Humanities (FAITH).

success of this research.

left our side throughout the process.

TITLE TESTING THE INSECTICIDAL POTENTIAL OF

DATIL PEPPER (Capsicum chinense) FRUIT

EXTRACT AGAINST TERMITE (Coptotermes

RESEARCHERS Carmela Q. Amparo

Christine Jean O. Calosa

Earl Justin R. Cosmod

John Angelo S. Delas Alas

Jejoia Peter S. Tanchanco

TOTAL NO. OF PAGES 40

ADVISER NIEL VINCENT B. CATAPANG

NAME AND ADDRESS First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities

OF INSTITUTION 2 Pres. Laurel Highway, Tanauan City, Batangas

YEAR COMPLETED 2020

pepper fruit extract and 50% distilled water) were exterminated.

experimentation process as well as the researcg design

Subject of the Study ………………………………………………...................... 15

CURRICULUM VITAE ………………………………………… xv

Figure Title Page

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

considering the amount of human consumption of these vegetables on a daily basis.

used organic substances as their main ingredients.

and sometimes on products to repel insects and mites.

take effect faster.

insecticide that can lessen the need of chemically-produced insecticide.

Specific Objectives of the Study

1. To prove that the Datil pepper is a potent insecticide.

against termites (Coptotermes gestroi).

3. To determine the difference between the effects of Datil pepper (Capsicum

chinense) fruit extract and commercial insecticide.

4. To determine the difference between the effects of Datil pepper (Capsicum

These are the following assumptions of the research:

Significance of the Study

This study aims to understand the effectiveness of Datil pepper as an insecticide.

save money on labour costs.

Scope and Limitations

researchers. The experimentation process will be conducted in FAITH Colleges

 Datil pepper  Grinding and  Effectiveness

Figure 1. Research Conceptual Paradigm

The Research Conceptual Paradigm shows the process of experimentation to

then placed in three separate containers to be sprayed by three different concentrations of

Datil pepper (Capsicum chinense) – is an organic spicy flavored fruit is used to

the rapid growth of crops.

Insecticides are commonly used in agriculture, medicine, industry and by consumers.

Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT)- is a synthetic organic compound used as an

now banned in many countries.

Philippine Milk Termite (Coptotermes gestroi) - is Asian subterranean termite is a small

the world including the United States.