Multiple choice

The proteinaceous toxin producing bacteria, which is used to control biological pest is:

  1. E. coli

  2. Agrobacterium

  3. Mycobacterium sp

  4. B. thuringiensis

  5. None of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) produces proteinaceous crystal toxins called Cry proteins during sporulation. These toxins are specifically toxic to certain insect groups and are widely used as biological pesticides in agriculture.

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