There are two competing processes for the manufacture of lactic acid, chemical and biochemical syntheses. The chemical synthesis involves the hydrocyanation of acetaldehyde, while the biochemical synthesis involves the fermentation of sugars or starch. Discuss the TWO advantages and THREE disadvantages of synthesising lactic acid via the biochemical route.

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