Mycroprotien Flashcards
1
Q
4 facts on mycoprotien
A
A fungus fusarium grown in larger fermenter vats with glucose syrup as a food source
Fermenters can grow them in large quantities
Fungal biomass is harvested , purified and dried to make mycoprotien
High protein alternatives for meat
2
Q
What are fermenters used for
A
To make mycoprotein
3
Q
What are the ph temperature maintained at in a fermenter
A
Thé opium
4
Q
What is the temperature controlled by in a fermenter
A
A water jacket that surrounds the whole fermenter
5
Q
Why is sterling oxygen added to the fermenter
A
To make sure that aerobic respiration occurs
6
Q
What kind of food source is added to fermenter
A
Glucose syrup
7
Q
Why is the mixture in the fermenter stirred
A
To make sure all the oxygen and nutrients are equally distributed
