What are the differences between glass and plastic flasks? How about different plastics?
There are no significant differences between glass and plastic flasks in E.coli cell cultures (see tables in FAQ 12). The differences between polypropylene and polycarbonate are also minimal. Different materials exhibit little difference in E.coli cell culture. The designs of the containers are important for E.coli growth and cell density. Flasks generally give better aeration than the tubes. Smaller flasks allow better aeration than larger ones.
