Air used in aerobic fermentation must be sterilized, otherwise the ___________________?

Correct answer: B. Contamination of pure culture would result

  • A. Recovery of product will be difficult
  • B. Contamination of pure culture would result
  • C. Uniformity of product cannot be achieved
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Unsterilized air can introduce unwanted microorganisms into the fermenter, contaminating the carefully maintained pure culture. This contamination may consume nutrients and spoil the product.

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