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This study aims to produce a contextual laboratory practice in optics by analyzing the variations of fixatives in clove natural dye on the absorption of sunlight by colored fabrics. The background of this research lies in the limited optics experiments in schools, which often cause students to struggle in understanding the relationship between color, wavelength, and light energy, thus leading to misconceptions. The method employed was an experimental design with a posttest-only control, in which cotton fabrics were soaked in clove extract with three types of fixatives, namely alum, lime, and ferrous sulfate. The light absorption data were measured using a lux meter, then analyzed descriptively and statistically using one-way ANOVA. The findings indicated significant differences among the types of fixatives. Fabrics treated with alum fixative produced a bright yellow color with the highest absorption (113.7 Cd), followed by lime (69.5 Cd), while ferrous sulfate produced a deep blue color with the lowest absorption (16.22 Cd). This phenomenon can be explained through the concepts of light absorption, wavelength, and photon energy, in accordance with the Beer–Lambert law. This study demonstrates that clove natural dye with fixative variations can serve as a contextual, simple, and relevant laboratory medium aligned with the deep learning approach.
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Bhakti, Y. B., Sumarni, R. A., Mayanty, S., Agustina, I., & Astuti, D. (2023). Developing Virtual Physics Practicum Module of Optic Based on Guided Inquiry to Improve Students ’ Science Process Skills. https://doi.org/10.29303/jossed.v4i1.2329
Casamayou, V., Bousquet, B., Dillmann, J., Salin, N., Guillet, J. P., Canioni, L., & Hachet, M. (2025). Pushing the boundaries of hands-on optics experiments with interactive digital simulation. Discover Education, 4(1). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44217-025-00718-w
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Kurniawati, B. D., & Murwandani, N. G. (2015). PEMANFAATAN BUAH CENGKEH UNTUK PEWARNA KAIN. 634.
Malik, K., Tokkas, J., & Goyal, S. (2012). Microbial Pigments : A review. 361–365.
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Prayitno, B., Fauziyah, N. A., Nuraini, U., & Puspitasari, N. (2023). Extraction and Optical Study of Natural Dyes for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell Application. 7(2), 533–540. https://doi.org/10.35718/specta.v7i2.868
Puspitaningtyas, E., Putri, E. F. N., Umrotul, & Sutopo. (2021). Analysis of high school students’ mastery in light wave theory using structured inquiry learning assisted by a virtual laboratory. Revista Mexicana de Fisica E, 18(1), 10–22. https://doi.org/10.31349/REVMEXFISE.18.10
Suban, M. E., Mole, P. N., Yeyen, Y. Y., & Early, I. (2023). Diagnostik miskonsepsi siswa fase F pada materi hukum newton: studi kasus dalam kurikulum Merdeka. Compton: Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Fisika, 10(1), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.30738/cjipf.v10i1.16106
Sumarni, R. A., & Yona Okyranida, I. (2025). Deep Learning in Physics Education: Exploring the Potential of Mindful, Meaningful, and Joyful for a Better Learning Experience. Navigation Physics: Journal of Physics Education, 7(1).
Veramika, N. P. wijaya, Sutapa, I. G. N., & Ratini, N. N. (2016). Penentuan Nilai Sun Protection Factor ( Spf ) Sinar Matahari Dengan Menggunakan Kain Katun , Poliester. Buletin Fisika, 17, 14–21.
Winkelmann, J., Wenzel, S. F. ., Ullrich, M., Horz, H., & Erb, R. (2025). Enhancing teachers’ and students’ conceptual understanding of physics through smart classrooms and comprehensive assessment management information system. Science Education, 4(1), 50–54. https://doi.org/10.47772/IJRISS
Wulandari, T. (2022). Fixator Mix-Nature : Fixator Composition Experiment As A Natural Color Booster For Handmade Batik On Cotton Fabric Media. 183–194.
Yameen, M., Asghar, F., Adeel, S., Haider, M. Z., Özomay, M., Aftab, M., & Mia, R. (2023). Enhancing wool dyeing with clove bud ( Syzygium aromaticum ) based natural dye via microwave treatment using a central composite design. 106(4), 1–22. https://doi.org/10.1177/00368504231215593
Yulianita, N., Jalmo, T., & Abdurrahman, A. (2018). Developing a Virtual Laboratory for the Materials on Optics To Increase Junior High School Students’ Learning Outcomes. Journal of Science Education Research, 2(2), 80–84. https://doi.org/10.21831/jser.v2i2.22478
