Ask a Question

What is the use of calcium in media?

← Prev Question Next Question →
+2 votes
in Fermentation Technology by (72.1k points)
What is the use of calcium in media?

(a) Production of phospholipids

(b) Production of vitamins

(c) Stabilization of cell walls

(d) Production of nucleic acids

I had been asked this question in semester exam.

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

1 Answer

+2 votes
by (424k points)
selected by
 
Best answer
The correct choice is (c) Stabilization of cell walls

To explain I would say: Calcium is required for the stabilization of cell walls and is important particularly for the formation of endospore as it contains a high concentration of calcium dipicolinate.

Related questions

We welcome you to Carrieradda QnA with open heart. Our small community of enthusiastic learners are very helpful and supportive. Here on this platform you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of the community. We also monitor posted questions and answers periodically to maintain the quality and integrity of the platform. Hope you will join our beautiful community

Categories

Powered by TalkJarvis
...