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Which of the following method involves sublimation of cell water?

(a) Cryopreservation

(b) Lyophilization

(c) Dried Culture

(d) Desiccation

This question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

I would like to ask this question from Preservation of Industrial Microorganisms topic in section The Isolation, Preservation and Improvement of Industrial Microorganisms of Fermentation Technology

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The correct choice is (a) Cryopreservation

For explanation: Lyophilization is the method that is based on freezing of culture followed by drying under vacuum. This is known as sublimation. It is useful for the storage or preservation of culture for more about 25 years.

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