Abstract
The balance equations pertaining to the modelling of batch reactors performing an enzyme-catalyzed reaction in the presence of enzyme deactivation are developed. The functional form of the solution for the general situation where both the rate of the enzyme-catalyzed reaction and the rate of enzyme deactivation are dependent on the substrate concentration is obtained, as well as the condition that applies if a maximum conversion of substrate is sought. Finally, two examples of practical interest are explored to emphasize the usefulness of the analysis presented.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 23-28 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Bioprocess Engineering |
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue number | 1 |
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| Publication status | Published - Jun 1994 |