ISSN:
0006-3592
Keywords:
Chemistry
;
Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Nutrition Technology
Notes:
Oxidation rates of several alkane substrates by C. lipolytica ATCC 8661 grown on n-dodecane were determined using a Warburg Respirometer. Substrates were emulsified using Span 20, Span 80, Tween 20, Tween 80, and Triton X-100 surfactants and the effects of these surfactants on oxidation and growth were determined. The oxidation rates of a number of intermediates, including lauric acid and lauryl alcohol, were also assessed. Responses of dodecane-grown C. lipolytica to select substrates were compared to the corresponding behavior with glucose-grown yeast and with baker's yeast. The role of surfactants in hydrocarbon fermentations is discussed in the light of the present and previously published data.
Additional Material:
9 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/bit.260150403
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