Miriam College High School
A Comparative Study of Natural Alternatives of Commercial Mosquito Repellants
In partial fulfillment of the requirements in
Science II: Biology
Kathlyn Jean F. Abalos
Jenna Mae P. Galapia
10- Marquez-Benitez (II-7)
Ms. Raysel Evarem Palisoc
February 17, 2014
CHAPTER III: METHODOLOGY
Problem
What is the most efficient natural alternative to mosquito repellants?
Hypothesis
If citronella is used as a mosquito repellant, then little to no mosquito bites will be received.
Materials
In this study, the following materials will be used:
Items | Quantity |
Human test subject | 1 |
Citronella oil | 2 tbsp. |
Catnip oil | 2 tbsp. |
Cinnamon oil | 2 tbsp. |
Procedure
The study aims to compare the effectiveness of certain natural mosquito repellants and, at the same time, identify which substance can be used as a repellant. The following ingredients: citronella, catnip, and cinnamon will be applied on the part of the human test subject. The test subject will be placed in an open area with mosquitos for an hour.
English: Katori Senkou. Photo taken in Japan. 日...
English: Mosquito repellents
North Moore Street Rosslyn (VA) February 17, 2014The subject will be examined of any mosquito bites. A repeat process will be made after 24 hours for the next test.
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Helmenstine, A. M. (n.d.). Natural Mosquito Repellents. Retrieved February 17, 2014, from http://chemistry.about.com/cs/howthingswork/a/aa050503a.htm