Question

What is a bioreactor and its types?

Answer 1

Bioreactor:

1. A bioreactor is a type of fermentation vessel used to generate a variety of chemicals and biological reactions.
2. This is a closed container with aeration, agitation, temperature and pH control, and well-placed drainage or overflow openings to remove waste biomass with its products from cultured microorganisms.
3. e.g. enzymes, antibodies, vaccines, etc.

Types of bioreactors:

There are two types of bioreactors.

1. Stirred-tank bioreactor
   1. Simple stirred-tank bioreactor
   2. Sparged stirred-tank bioreactor
2. Fixed-bed bioreactors