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In which of the following fermenters the impellers are replaced by the constant flow of gas?

(a) Airlift fermenter

(b) Tower fermenter

(c) Hollow fibre

(d) Perfusion bioreactor

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My query is from Types of Bioreactors in division Recovery and Purification of Fermentation Products, Effluent Treatment, Bioreactor Design Considerations of Fermentation Technology

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The correct answer is (a) Airlift fermenter

For explanation: In airlift fermenters, the impellers, motors, the driveshaft is replaced by a constant flow of gas introduced into a riser tube. It may also be provided with baffles for improving the mixing efficiency.

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