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The preservation by liquid Nitrogen is called as ___________

(a) Cryopreservation

(b) Lyophilization

(c) Freeze-drying

(d) Desiccation

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This interesting question is from Preservation of Industrial Microorganisms topic in division The Isolation, Preservation and Improvement of Industrial Microorganisms of Fermentation Technology

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Correct answer is (a) Cryopreservation

For explanation: The preservation by liquid Nitrogen is called as Cryopreservation. The cryoprotective agents are added to the culture before preservation, hence the name, Cryopreservation.

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