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Question
Draw a labelled sketch of sparged-stirred-tank bioreactor. Write its application.
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Solution
Bioreactor
A bioreactor is an apparatus in which a biological reaction or a process is carried out.
Following are the applications of bioreactors:
- They are used to produce large quantities of proteins.
- They are also used to produce beverages like alcohol.
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