Question

What is the diameter of cylindroconical vessel?

(a) 1.2 – 3.0 m

(b) 4.0 – 4.2 m

(c) 5.0 – 5.5 m

(d) 3.0 – 4.0 m

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Answer 1

Correct choice is (b) 4.0 – 4.2 m

For explanation: The diameter of the cylindroconical vessel is 4.0 – 4.2 m. The most common supplied cylindroconical fermentation vessel is of capacity 1500 hl with 12 – 13 m body height, a diameter of 4.0 – 4.2 m and cone with an included angle of 70°. This was reported by Shuttlewood in 1984.