Question

The capacity of rotor of Cepa Z41 centrifuge is _____________

(a) 850 g of wet cells

(b) 750 g of wet cells

(c) 750 g of dry cells

(d) 850 g of dry cells

The question was asked in an online interview.

Query is from Fermentation Laboratory topic in chapter Equipping a Fermentation Laboratory, the Design and Preparation of Media for Bioprocesses of Fermentation Technology

Answer 1

Correct answer is (b) 750 g of wet cells

To elaborate: The capacity of the rotor of Cepa Z41 tubular bowl centrifuge is 750 g of wet cells. It is a high-speed peristaltic pump which gives high clarity and high throughput. About 30 L of cell is harvested within 20 minutes of time and 100 L in an hour.