What Is a Chemostat

question 64

Multiple Choice

What is a chemostat?

• A)A system used for the continuous culture of microbial cells.
• B)A chemical used as a substrate for growth of microbial cells.
• C)The maximum growth rate that can be obtained for a useable substrate.
• D)A batch culture that uses a defined medium for growth.
• E)A nutrient that is able to control the growth rate of a bacterial culture.

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Definitions:

Rational

Behaviors and decisions that maximize a person’s chances of achieving his or her goals.

Behavioral Economists

Economists focusing on how psychological, social, cognitive, and emotional factors influence the economic choices made by individuals and institutions.

Systematic Errors

Errors that consistently occur in the same direction and are caused by faults in the measurement system, not randomness.

Irrational

Behavior or actions that are not based on sound judgment or logic, often contrary to self-interest.