Fermenters Have a Built-In Device Called a Sparger

question 10

Multiple Choice

Fermenters have a built-in device called a sparger.What does a sparger do?

• A)It adds a continuous supply of glucose to the media.
• B)It monitors the pH of the medium.
• C)It monitors the temperature of the medium.
• D)It aerates the medium to promote aerobic growth.
• E)It stirs the mixture of microbe and nutrients.

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Definitions:

Carbon

A chemical element with symbol C, capable of forming many compounds, essential for life, and a major component of biomolecules.

Polypeptide Chain

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Amino Acids

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Sucrose

A disaccharide sugar composed of glucose and fructose, commonly known as table sugar, used extensively as a sweetener.