A device in which mass cultures are grown, reactions take place, and product develops is a(n) ______.

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A fermentor is a device used to grow mass cultures of microorganisms or cells for biological reactions and product development. It provides a controlled environment for optimal growth, including temperature, pH, and nutrient availability. An activator is not a commonly used term in biotechnology, and an incubator is generally used for maintaining optimal conditions for small samples or cell culture. A sparger is a device used to introduce gas into a liquid culture in the fermentor, but it is not the primary function of the system.

A Device in Which Mass Cultures Are Grown, Reactions Take