Custom problem: Stoichiometry, yield and extent of reaction We have fermented wh

Question

Custom problem: Stoichiometry, yield and extent of reaction We have fermented where the following biological reaction is taking place: C16H34+ 16.28 02 +1.42 NH3 rightarrow 1.65 C4.4H7.3O1.2N0.86 + 8.74 C02+ 13.11 H20 For a particular bacterial strain, the molecular formula was determined to be C44H73O12N0l>6. These bacterial cells are grown under aerobic conditions with hexadecane (Ci6H34) as substrate. Assume that 60% of the hexadecane is used for producing cells (also called biomass) and the remaining 40% of the hexadecane is used for other cell functions. You have been put in charge of a small batch fermented for growing the bacteria and aim to produce 10 kg of cells for inoculation of a pilot-scale reactor. Assuming this 60% conversion, what is the yield of cells from hexadecane in kg/kg? What minimum amount of hexadecane substrate (in kg) must be contained in your culture medium? Remember that only 60% of the hexadecane is converted to cells. What must be the minimum concentration of hexadecane (in kg/m3) in the medium if the fermented working volume is 4.3 cubic meters? Remember that only 60% of the hexadecane is converted to cells

Explanation / Answer

Custom problem: Stoichiometry, yield and extent of reaction We have fermented wh

Related Questions

Navigate

• Browse (All)
• Browse C
• Subjects

---

---

Integrity-first tutoring: explanations and feedback only — we do not complete graded work. Learn more.