Question

Which of the following biological equipment helps in the mass production of the metabolites?

• A. Fermenter
• B. Electrostatic precipitator
• C. Swan neck flask
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Fermenter

The fermentors are the large vessels which are used for the culturing of the microbes and production of metabolites like antibiotics, alcohol, acids, etc. The algae, bacteria or the fungal cells are used for the production of metabolites on a large scale. The bacteria was modified genetically with the help of vector containing the desired gene and cultured in fermentors to produce insulin on a commercial scale.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.