Fermentors have a built-in device called a sparger. What does a sparger do?

A. It monitors the pH of the medium.
B. It aerates the medium to promote aerobic growth.
C. It monitors the temperature of the medium.
D. It adds a continuous supply of glucose to the media.
E. It stirs the mixture of microbe and nutrients.


Answer: B

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