Fermenters and Bioreactors Quiz

Is a fermenter an enclosed and sterilized vessel that maintains optimal conditions for the growth of a microorganism?

Can a fermenter be as small as 1 -20 litres in laboratory scale?

Is one of the main functions of a fermenter to provide a conducive and controlled environment for the biological agent (microorganisms) such as pH, temperature, and pressure?

Is a fermenter also called a bioreactor and is equipped with control devices for broth mixing, aeration, and control of reaction (culture) condition?

Is the main function of a fermenter to obtain a homogenous culture with mineral power input?

What was the first transgenic plant approved in the US for commercial use?

What is the main function of the NIH Guidelines and Institutional Biosafety Guidelines in the US regulation of genetically engineered plants?

Which regulatory body in the US is responsible for confined field trials of all genetically engineered plants?

What is the main focus of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the regulation of genetically engineered plants?

Which regulatory body in the US is responsible for the safety assessment of plant incorporated protectants (PIPs)?