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Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) produces proteins that kill certain insects and save crops: A. Bt toxin exist in inactive form (prototoxin) in bacteria B. Acidic pH of the insect gut activate toxin C. Bt toxin (protein) is present in beetles D. Due to the alkaline pH in the insect's gut it is converted into active toxin to kill the insects Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Bt toxin activation requires an Alkaline pH. The highly alkaline midgut of the insect dissolves and activates the toxic crystal, creating a highly targeted bio-defense.
Updated On: May 22, 2026
  • A and B only \
  • B and C only \
  • A, B and C only \
  • A and D only
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The Correct Option is D

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