Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education

National Capital Region

Division of City Schools

Lagro High School

Ascension St. Cor. Misa De Gallo

Greater Lagro, Quezon City

Potential of Pansit-pansitan (Peperomia

pellucida) as Chalk Insecticide against Ants

Apellido, Jheizel Kisean

An Individual Applied Science Entry

Statement of the Problem:

This research aims to make a chalk insecticide against ants using

Pansit-pansitan that is efficient and environmentally friendly and to determine whether

the Pansit-pansitan is effective.

Specifically, this study aims to answer the following questions:

1. Determine the potential and effectiveness of the produced insecticidal chalk out of

Pansit-pansitan leaf extract.

2. Determine the best concentration in producing ant insecticide chalk:

a. The first chalk contains 25 ml extract of Pansit-pansitan, 75 ml of water, and 100

grams of plaster of paris.

b. The second chalk contains 50 ml extract of Pansit-pansitan, 50 ml of water, and

100 grams of plaster of paris.

c. The third chalk contains 75 ml extract of Pansit-pansitan, 25 ml of water, and 100

grams of plaster of paris.

Research Hypothesis:

Ho: The Pansit-pansitan extract is not effective as an ant insecticide chalk

against ants.

Ha: The Pansit-pansitan extract is effective as an ant insecticide chalk against

ants.
Introduction:

Ants or Formicidae are one of the major problems in the country. They are common

household pests that can destroy structures, spread bacteria and, in severe cases, cause

serious allergic reactions. According to Biosecurity Queensland, fire ants are a social

threat because of their sting. Stings from fire ants can cause a painful, burning itching

sensation, which can last for up to an hour. Multiple stings provide the sensation that the

body is on fire. Fire ants can also significantly affect the agriculture industry. Newborn or

hatching animals are extremely prone to attacks that can lead to death. Fire ants attack

young animals and sting in and around the eyes, which can lead to blindness, and around

the mouth and nose, which can lead to swelling and suffocation.

One way to be disentangled from this pest is to use repellants. One type of repellant

is Ant Pesticide Chalk. It is a repellent in the form of chalk. However, this chalk can also

bring harmful effects to its users, humans. It is acknowledged that this kind of repellant

can cause poisoning, illness, or in the worst case, can be lethal due to the different

chemicals that comprise chalk ants.

Therefore, the researcher seeks to produce a concept of engaging a safe and organic

way of getting rid of ants using Peperomia pellucida, locally known as “ulasimang-bato”

or “pansit-pansitan”.
Methods:

The researcher will gather materials from the local market and the researcher’s

residence. One kilogram of Pansit-pansitan leaves will be rinsed using tap water. The

dried leaves will be cut into smaller pieces and will be extracted using the Decoction

Method. In this process, the pansit-pansitan is boiled with water for 10 minutes. After

boiling, the liquid is strained and water is passed through the content of the strainer to

make the required volume. The specific extract of pansit-pansitan (25 ml, 50 ml, 75 ml)

will be mixed with the specific measure of water consecutively (75 ml, 50 ml, 25 ml)

with the same amount of 100 grams of plaster of paris. Every three different mixtures will

be placed inside cylindrical tubes for 12 hours. As the mixture dried up, the produced

insecticidal chalk will be tested in ants. The three trials will be done inside the house, and

outside the house. The chalk will be used to circle the surrounding area of the same size

and amount of chocolate. The experiment will be observed for 30 minutes.

Rinsed and cut the dried Pansit-pansitan

↓
Do the Decoction Method
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Mixed the Pansit-pansitan extract with water and plaster of Paris.
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Place the different mixtures in cylindrical tubes and dry for 12 hours.
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Test the 3 mixtures in different places (outside and inside the house) with 30 minutes
each observation.
 Group 1 Group 2 Group 3

The first chalk contains 25
ml extract of
Pansit-pansitan, 75 ml of
water, and 100 grams of
plaster of paris.
The second chalk contains
50 ml extract of
Pansit-pansitan, 50 ml of
water, and 100 grams of
plaster of paris.
The third chalk contains 75
ml extract of
Pansit-pansitan, 25 ml of
water, and the 100 grams of
plaster of paris.

No. of trials: 2 (inside and No. of trials: 2 (inside and No. of trials: 2 (inside and
outside of the house) outside of the house) outside of the house)

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