Question

Based on the method of culturing, bioreactors are either batch cultures or continuous cultures. If a transgenic bacteria shows quick growth cycle, what would be the most pragmatic method to produce it on an industrial scale?

• A. Open Culture method
• B. Closed Culture method
• C. Single Batch culture method
• D. Either of the three will give efficient results

Answer 1

The correct option is C Single Batch culture method

An organism that has small growth cycle can be put into single batch bioreactors. Although these reactors need more time and human resource to sterilize and operate, the cost efficiency works out since it would take lesser time for the organisms to grow and reach the growth phase.