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What are bioreactors used for?


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Bioreactor:

  1. A bioreactor is a system that supports a biologically active environment (aerobic or anaerobic) through a process (aerobic or anaerobic).
  2. The bioreactor is a cylindrical container in which large-scale biological activities are carried out.
  3. By supplying optimum growth conditions such as temperature, pH, substrate, salts, vitamins, and oxygen, a bioreactor allows for the production of the desired product.

Bioreactor uses:

  1. It's utilized in the food industry to make beer, vinegar, food preservatives, flavoring agents, and bread, among other things.
  2. Photobioreactors are used to make a variety of cosmetics.
  3. These bioreactors are also utilized in the pharmaceutical industry to make vaccinations and antibodies.

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