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Shake flasks, such as the Erlenmeyer flask, are designed to prevent splashing. They promote oxygen transfer and prevent vibration, allowing for successful fermentation.

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Why is fermentation considered biotechnology?

When one ferments bacteria, yeast, or eukaryotic cells for whatever the purpose may be, one uses technology. Typically "fermentation" refers to using fermenters which are mechanical pieces of equipment that are often computer controlled. So bio + technology = biotechnology. Cultivation or culturing or tissue culturing is used to mean more broadly "growing cells". This can be done through fermentation or by other methods like plating or using shake flasks.Also, fermentation doesn't have to be for the purpose of producing ethanol. One can produce proteins or even a variety of chemicals in living organisms that either produce them naturally or that have been molecularly engineered to do so.


What are the functions of a flat bottom flask?

Well, darling, a flat bottom flask is like the foundation of a good cocktail - it provides stability and balance. Its flat bottom ensures it sits nicely on a flat surface without any wobbling. Plus, it's perfect for mixing, heating, or storing liquids in the lab. Just don't try to shake up a martini in one - leave that to the professionals.


Do you shake the end of the rope slowly or rapidly to make the wavelength shorter?

You should shake the end of the rope rapidly to make the wavelength shorter. Increasing the frequency of the wave by shaking it rapidly will decrease the distance between consecutive crests, thus shortening the wavelength.


Why do lips shake when tired?

When we are tired, our muscles can become fatigued, including the muscles around our lips. This fatigue can lead to trembling or shaking of the lips as they struggle to maintain control and coordination. It's a common physical response to exhaustion.


How do you shake butt?

To shake your butt, start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart. Tighten your core muscles and move your hips from side to side in a quick motion while slightly bending your knees. You can also try bending forward slightly and moving your hips up and down for a different effect. Practice in front of a mirror to refine your technique.

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What is shake flask fermentation?

Shake Flask fermentation is a cheapest ans simplest technique to grow bacteria or fungi, aerobically, in small volumes of nutrient broth. The broth is poured into erlenmeyer flasks equipped with cotton-wool stoppers, and autoclaved. After cooling, some microbes are "seeded" into the flask, and it is placed on a Shaker machine. The shaking agitates the content and so ensures aeration, so that the microbes could breathe.


What is the working volume in a 500ml shake flask?

The working volume in a 500ml shake flask is typically around 20-25% less than the total flask volume, so it would be around 375-400ml. This allows for proper aeration and mixing of the culture without overflowing during shaking.


Is SpongeBob on a shake design?

not currently


What is the principle of shake-flask extraction?

Shake-flask extraction is a liquid-liquid extraction technique used to separate compounds based on their solubility in two immiscible liquids, typically water and an organic solvent. In this process, a mixture containing the target compound is placed in a flask along with the organic solvent, and the flask is shaken to promote mixing. The target compounds preferentially dissolve in one of the phases, allowing for their separation from the other components in the mixture. After shaking, the two phases separate, and the desired compound can be collected from the phase in which it is more soluble.


How to clean a flask effectively?

To clean a flask effectively, first rinse it with warm water. Then, fill it with a mixture of warm water and dish soap, and shake it well. Use a bottle brush to scrub the inside, and rinse thoroughly. For tough stains, use a mixture of baking soda and water or white vinegar. Let it sit for a few hours before rinsing again. Finally, air dry the flask upside down.


Why the titration flask need to be shake during titration?

Shaking the titration flask during titration helps to ensure that the reaction mixture is well-mixed and that the titrant is evenly distributed throughout the solution. This promotes a more uniform reaction and more accurate measurement of the endpoint of the titration.


How do clean a beaker?

Acid washing it should do. I assume you are in a lab...in which case a 1:1 Hydrochloric Acid solution can be poured into the flask. DON'T FORGET TO PUT GOGGLES AND GLOVES ON. Put the lid on. Shake the flask and turn it to ensure all surfaces of the glass inside are being washed with the acid. Then, give it a good triple rinse with de-ionized water. If you are just at home, pour in some white vinegar and let it sit for a while. That should break up anything that's inside.


When was Amigo's Parlor Shake Shake Shake created?

Amigo's Parlor Shake Shake Shake was created in 2000.


Shake shake shake shake your booty?

K.C. and the Sunshine Band. Shake Your Booty.


What is future tense of shake?

The future tense of "shake" is "will shake" or "shall shake."


What is the name of the band that sings shake shake shake shake a shake it?

Metro- Station


What is the song that goes like a shake shake a shake shake a shake yeah?

i only know one song and that is of cours Shake It by metro station it has the lyrics shake shake shake shake shake it there's also the song by outkast shake it like a polaroid picture .... i believe it's called hey ya