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The advantage of cellulose acetate filters is ________________

(a) Recovery of microorganisms

(b) Low throughput

(c) High protein binding

(d) Low flow rates

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My query is from Media Design and Preparation for Bioprocesses in section Equipping a Fermentation Laboratory, the Design and Preparation of Media for Bioprocesses of Fermentation Technology

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Correct choice is (a) Recovery of microorganisms

Easy explanation: The analytical filters along with cellulose acetate membranes are used for the recovery of microorganisms at the laboratory or industrial scale. The drawbacks of cellulose acetate filters are low throughput, high protein binding, and low flow rates.

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