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MIC 121 microbiology roles in different fields. Objective Question
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Which specific microorganism is highlighted for producing toxins effective against insect pests, thereby reducing the need for chemical pesticides?
Options
A <i>Rhizobium</i>
B <i>Bacillus thuringiensis</i>
Correct Answer
C <i>Pseudomonas</i>
D <i>Clostridium acetobutylicum</i>
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 5 states: 'Biopesticides: Bacillus thuringiensis (bt) produces toxins that are effective against insect pests, reducing the need for chemical pesticides.'

Hint

The common abbreviation 'bt' is often associated with this biopesticide.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: microbiology roles in different fields.
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 406 of 984
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