Question

Stirred–tank bioreactors have been designed for

• A. purification of the product
• B. ensuring anaerobic conditions in the culture vessel
• C. availability of oxygen throughout the process
• D. addition of preservatives to the product

Answer 1

The correct option is C availability of oxygen throughout the process

Stirred–tank bioreactors have been designed for availability of oxygen throughout the process. Stirred tank bioreactors allow taking small volumes of the sample for testing and use of control system that regulates the temperature and pH. These bioreactors ensure oxygen availability during the process.