Microorganisms in Industrial Fermentations (Leaving Cert Biology): Flashcards
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Bioprocessing definition
Bioprocessing definition
Use of enzyme-controlled reactions to make a product
Main micro-organisms in industrial fermentation
Main micro-organisms in industrial fermentation
Bacteria and fungi, especially yeast
Why micro-organisms preferred in bioprocessing
Why micro-organisms preferred in bioprocessing
Due to their efficiency
Industrial fermentation definition
Industrial fermentation definition
Production of useful products by micro-organisms, with or without oxygen
Bioreactors
Bioreactors
Large vessels designed for fermentation
Why sterile environment needed in bioreactors
Why sterile environment needed in bioreactors
To prevent contamination
Yeast use in alcohol production
Yeast use in alcohol production
Produces beer and wine through alcohol fermentation
Yeast role in bread making
Yeast role in bread making
Produces carbon dioxide to help dough rise
Traditional products from bacteria/yeasts
Traditional products from bacteria/yeasts
Yoghurt, cheese, vinegar, soy sauce, antibiotics
Example fuel from genetically modified micro-organisms
Example fuel from genetically modified micro-organisms
Biogas
Use of immobilised E. coli
Use of immobilised E. coli
Water treatment to detoxify sewage in waste water
Key characteristics of micro-organisms in industry
Key characteristics of micro-organisms in industry
Cost-effective, efficient, and environmentally friendly
Impact of genetic engineering on bioprocessing
Impact of genetic engineering on bioprocessing
Expanded the range of products that can be made