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, Gillian E. Bildan1,2,3,4

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Department
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Research Development and Innovation Center
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Our Lady of Fatima University Laguna

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Research Adviser

May 2024
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Table of Contents

Endorsement ii
Certificate of Originality iii
Table of Contents iv
1.0 The Problem and Its Background 1
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Statement of the Problem 2
1.3 Theoretical Framework 2
1.4 Conceptual Framework 3
1.5 Process Flowchart 4
1.6 Significance of the Study 5
1.7 Objectives of the Study 6
1.8 Hypothesis 6
1.9 Scope and Limitations 6
1.10 Definition of Key Terms 6
2.0 Review of Related Literature 8
2.1 Variable Discussion 8
2.2 Synthesis 10
3.0 Methodology 11
3.1 Research Design 11
3.2 Research Locale 11
3.3 Population and Sampling 11
3.4 Research Ethics 11
3.5 Research Instrument 12
3.6 Data Collection 12
3.7 Data Analysis 12
4.0 Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Results
4.2.1 Analysis of the Data
4.2.2 Tables and Figures
5.0 Discussion, Conclusion, and Recommendations
5.1 Discussion
5.2 Conclusion and Summary of Key Findings
5.3 Recommendations
References 14
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1.0 The Problem and Its Background

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Statement of the Problem

1.3 Theoretical Framework

1.4 Conceptual Framework

The conceptual framework that will be utilized is the IPO (Input Process Output) model.

1.6 Significance of the Study

1.7 Objectives of the Study

2.0 Review of Related Literature

This section is the critical analysis and synthesis of existing scholarly works that are
related to the variables of the research topic. Researchers conducted a thorough review of
literature to build on existing knowledge and highlight key findings within the field. It compasses
associated research studies and literature on oil spill, sorbent, water hyacinth, hot water treatment,
and oil absorption.

2.1 Variable Discussion

2.2 Synthesis
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3.0 Methodology
In this chapter, researchers will examine the diverse methodologies to be employed in
conducting investigations. The chosen methods play a crucial role in obtaining data, interpreting
information, and drawing pertinent conclusions. The subsequent sections offer an in-depth
overview of the methodologies to be implemented in this study.

3.1 Research Design

3.2 Research Local

3.3 Population and Sampling

3.4 Research Ethics

3.5 Research Instrument

3.6 Data Collection

3.7 Data Analysis

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References